There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, but owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA.
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 16 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections — 3
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Power Steering Fluid — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 2
- Suspension › Multiple Axle — 1
- Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 112,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · reported Apr 8, 2023
Problem is with the BAS/ABS. The problem was confirmed by two (2) separate drivers of the vehicle in question. The problem occurred on 4 or 5 separate occasions, all within the last 120 days. The BAS/ABS light on the dashboard indicated random conditions (off when first starting the engine, then on after approximately 1 to 2 minutes). Regardless of the BAS/ABS light status the vehicle appeared to be operating normally. Then suddenly without warning the brakes jammed on pulling hard to the right, then to the left. The problem occurs randomly at various speeds. Speeds as lows 3 to 5 MPH. Other…
Service Brakes · reported Dec 12, 2021
I have 2000 ML 430. When I drive my car once a while brakes will engage without the warning, no matter how fast or slow I go. It is a very scarry situation.. The shop I went to replaced the ABS module and the problem went away for about 6 months. After that I have experienced one more hard braking but again everything went to "normal". I do take good care of mine old ML 430 and the car is in in excellent condition,, so lack of proper maintenance is not an issue here. No matter what it is, I drive my car with both hands on the steering wheel since. I have posted a thread about this in Facebook…
Engine · at 135,000 miles · reported May 27, 2021
The contact owned a 2000 Mercedes Benz ML430. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph the ABS light had illuminated and smoke was present coming from the steering column. Moments later flames were present coming from under the hood and the subframe of the vehicle. The driver exited the vehicle and the local fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed and later towed away. A police report was filed at the scene. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not…
Service Brakes · at 187,300 miles · reported Nov 17, 2017
While driving at 60 miles per hour on expressway, car suddenly braked on only the left front wheel. Braking was a severe pumping that lasted about 2 seconds. Was able to move off to the side of the road onto an exit ramp without causing an accident. Fortunately traffic was not heavy and cars behind me were able to avoid hitting me as the car bucked and I moved to the side of th road onto an exit ramp. I stopped to see what may have happened. Noting nothing related to the left ront wheel, I exited the exit ramp and proceeded down a side street at ab out 35 MPH when suddenly the left front wheel…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 199,205 miles · reported Mar 13, 2017
My vehicle was under recall and was serviced on feb 9th 2015 for brake switch dealing with cruise control and power steering low pressure hose on 3/11/2017 the same probelms occured and it is a manufactor issue and not getting justice for getting my vehicle repaired for same issue vehicle as I was driving car it was fixed by mercedes-benz of wappingers falls on feb 9th 2015 but same issue returned.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
Owners report steering problems most often (16 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 112,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.