M-Class Recall

GDawgC220 · 06-18-2003, 10:48 PM

Anyone get a recall from DaimlerChrysler? Apparently the M-Class from MY98-MY03 has a problem with the power steering fluid cooling hose, which may not provide enough clamping power/force for the connection. It may become loose while driving causing loss of power steering and will damage the power steering pump and could result in a crash without warning.

Grrrr...another problem on the m-class.

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Richard023 · 06-18-2003, 11:41 PM

Yes, just got my notice in the mail today...Have to set an appointment with the service adviser ASAP.

Cheers
Richard

izzodesh · 06-19-2003, 04:04 AM

is that for AMG ML55's too?!?!

m500 · 06-19-2003, 09:20 AM

Receive my recall yesterday too.

rich96 · 06-19-2003, 09:44 AM

I wonder how long the wait will be to get an appointment.

ffejalink · 06-19-2003, 11:11 AM

I received my notice yesterday. Luckily (?) I'm taking it in for scheduled maintenance Tuesday, so it'll be taken care of then.

matt5555 · 06-19-2003, 12:55 PM

Got mine as well. This doesn't appear to be that serve, I'm not going to rush to get an appt. right away, but I will call and see when they have soemthing available - and so that i can get a loaner for the day.

jco-amg · 06-19-2003, 03:15 PM

me too

ffejalink · 06-19-2003, 06:36 PM

Did anyone go in for the previous recall on the seatbelt chime? How rediculous is that?! The little light flashing and making a beep or two is causing accidents. Where'd those people get their licenses, Wal-Mart?

brianhn1 · 06-21-2003, 12:02 AM

I got that recall letter today

My ML500 right now doesn't even start

m500 · 06-21-2003, 03:11 AM

I'm Going in for my recall and other problem next week. From the response from this forum I hope they don't make it worst then its already is. But I still love my MB. Cause its the first and I'm planning to make it a family affair. Start from M then E and then S or maybe some AMGs. Unless the New 545 and M5 is so much better and a lot cheaper. Otherwise I'm planning to stay with MB for a while. Tired of BMWs for now. Just 3 years ago, we have almost the whole line up of BMWs 325ic, 530i, 740iL and 840ic.

smalk · 06-21-2003, 04:10 PM

Hi Gang-

I heard about the recall from the service manager while I was having my window switch replaced.

The service guy said that he along with the bulletin he received a letter from MB stating that the factory would credit $2000 to any existing recalled ML owner towards a new one. This is after any negotiation with the dealer. The dealer does not participate and this comes directly from MB. Makes me wonder if the dealer would packet the $2000 to an unknowing customer.

I received that recall letter and nothing was mentioned about the $2000!

Richard023 · 06-21-2003, 10:43 PM

Since your in the Thousand Oaks area...I take it you get your MB service'd at Silver Star...how are they in regards to customer service?? Has most of your experiences with them been positive??

I purchased a 97 E320 several years ago with Silver Star...their sales have been very accomodating, but since I live closer to Calabasas Motorcars I had always used their service depart. Always good to try new experiences...Keyes & Auto Steigler have been unfortunate past experiences.

BTW: The upcoming M5 is certainly very tempting...V10 500 Hp. I'll have to wait for a test drive before throwing a blower on my E430.

Cheers
Richard

Ron-OKC · 06-22-2003, 12:17 PM

I got the recall notice Saturday. However, the clamp had already broken on my 2001 ML320 and has been replaced. Lucky for me, it happened as I drove up to my house.

BenzoAMGpower · 06-22-2003, 01:51 PM

Ok this is what i heard from the dealership....instead of replacing the clamp they just tighten it!!!!

toniusbenz · 06-23-2003, 02:39 PM

Just got my 03 ML 2 weeks ago. Should I be concerned and call my dealer or should I just wait for a notice.

m500 · 06-23-2003, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by toniusbenz
Just got my 03 ML 2 weeks ago. Should I be concerned and call my dealer or should I just wait for a notice.

I think you should call your dealer and have you recall done. Given the rate of MBUSA workflow efficiency, I don't think your name made it to the list on this recall.

m500 · 06-23-2003, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by smalk
Hi Gang-

I heard about the recall from the service manager while I was having my window switch replaced.

The service guy said that he along with the bulletin he received a letter from MB stating that the factory would credit $2000 to any existing recalled ML owner towards a new one. This is after any negotiation with the dealer. The dealer does not participate and this comes directly from MB. Makes me wonder if the dealer would packet the $2000 to an unknowing customer.

I received that recall letter and nothing was mentioned about the $2000!

Is this for real? Can you confirm the claim? If this is for real, I think I'm gonna get myself an E500 instead.

m500 · 06-23-2003, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Richard023
Since your in the Thousand Oaks area...I take it you get your MB service'd at Silver Star...how are they in regards to customer service?? Has most of your experiences with them been positive??

I purchased a 97 E320 several years ago with Silver Star...their sales have been very accomodating, but since I live closer to Calabasas Motorcars I had always used their service depart. Always good to try new experiences...Keyes & Auto Steigler have been unfortunate past experiences.

BTW: The upcoming M5 is certainly very tempting...V10 500 Hp. I'll have to wait for a test drive before throwing a blower on my E430.

Cheers
Richard

Richard,
This is my first trip to Silver star for service the matter of fact this is my first trip for a Mercedes service. I'll let you know how are they after Friday. Since we are sharing the experience on the local dealership in our area how are you experience with Calabasas Mercedes? and Keyes? I was originally going to go to Calabasas Mercedes but no one return my phone call or e-mail and Silver Star did that's why I went with them. Hopefully Silver star Mercedes is better then their BMW cause they have a very SH*TTY service at BMW and that's the main reason why I switch from BMW to Mercedes. My old BMW service is in Alhambra(50 miles away) which provide the best service I've experience so far. I guess it might have something to do with I know the Finance manager there and bought 3 BMW from them.

toniusbenz · 06-23-2003, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by m500
I think you should call your dealer and have you recall done. Given the rate of MBUSA workflow efficiency, I don't think your name made it to the list on this recall.

Yup! Thanks I'm doing it right now.

Darkmann · 06-23-2003, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by brianhn1
I got that recall letter today

My ML500 right now doesn't even start

Toni man, I feel for you. The 500 has really been bad for you. My only guess is that yours was probably built on a Friday before a long weekend!!! MY02s have been pretty good. But it sounds like yours has been very bad. Couldn't MB do anything for you? The Infiniti kicks @$$ but I think you're still a MB guy!!! have fun with the darn acceleration

ffejalink · 06-24-2003, 06:53 PM

Mine is in service today and also having the recalls taken care of. You will receive a notice if your vehicle is effected by the recall. Also, if I get my slip back, I'll let you know which cars are affected. Or if others still have their sheets, maybe they could check them.

ffejalink · 06-24-2003, 10:48 PM

Got mine fresh out of Service A today, adn they did in fact replace the part, not simply tighten it as someone had mentioned in a previous post.

ViKTORiOUS · 06-25-2003, 03:31 PM

got one as well...

smalk · 06-25-2003, 04:13 PM

Hi M500-

Sorry that it has taken so long to get back to you.

Talked with the service manager again and he once again confirmed the $2000. It only applies towards a new ML however.

Scott

06-18-2003, 11:41 PM	#2
Richard023 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: SFV, Ca. Posts: 1,810 Drives: W210, W220, W163, W164, C6	Yes, just got my notice in the mail today...Have to set an appointment with the service adviser ASAP. Cheers Richard __________________ 2001 Brabus E430 2001 Lorinser ML430 2002 S500 Spt. Ed 2007 Brabus ML500 2007 Town & Country Limited 2005 C6 Corvette 434 LSX Twin Turbo - 1118HP/971TQ 2009 R35 GT-R....coming soon

06-19-2003, 04:04 AM	#3
izzodesh Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: the big square PA Posts: 119 Drives: ML 55 and 420 SEL	is that for AMG ML55's too?!?! __________________ 1991 "BLAZIN" 420 SEL SOLD 2002 ML55 Designo *Loaded:NAV+Disc Changer The Rides we ride together we die together.. bad boys for life 8)

06-19-2003, 09:20 AM	#4
m500 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks Posts: 289 Drives: 03 ML500	Receive my recall yesterday too. __________________ - 06' LS430 Modern Luxury/Sirius Radio - 04' G35s (SOLD)Premium pkg, NAV, Aero pkg, Sport-tuned - 03'ML500 Manik Stainless Guard complete/PIAA 520 SMR Chrome Driving light

06-19-2003, 11:11 AM	#6
ffejalink Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego, CA and Portland, OR Posts: 464 Drives: 06 ML500, 05 C230k Sedan	I received my notice yesterday. Luckily (?) I'm taking it in for scheduled maintenance Tuesday, so it'll be taken care of then. __________________ 06 ML500 \| Alpine Rain \| Charcoal Comfort \| Premium \| Lighting \| Trim \| Sunroof \| Air Suspension \| Rear Side Airbags \| Keyless Go \| Parktronic 05 C230 Kompressor Sedan \| Diamond Black \| Charcoal Lighting \| Entertainment \| Sunroof \| Power Driver's Seat \| Heated Seats \| Sirius

06-19-2003, 12:55 PM	#7
matt5555 Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA Posts: 143	Got mine as well. This doesn't appear to be that serve, I'm not going to rush to get an appt. right away, but I will call and see when they have soemthing available - and so that i can get a loaner for the day. __________________ '03 E320 Black / Charcol, E2, Heated Seats, In-Dash Changer '02 ML320 Black / Charcol, M1, M2, M5, Command, Bose, Heated Seats '04 CLK 320 Cab

06-19-2003, 09:44 AM	#5
rich96 Almost a Member! Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 26 Drives: 2001 ML320	I wonder how long the wait will be to get an appointment.

06-19-2003, 03:15 PM	#8
jco-amg Super Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: NY Posts: 603 Drives: ML 500 Sport	me too __________________ 2000 CLK 430 Silver...passed along 2001 CLK 55 AMG/RS Black...passed along 2002 ML 500 Sport Capri Blue 2005 Magnum RT on it's way! 2005 SL 55 AMG on order!

06-19-2003, 06:36 PM	#9
ffejalink Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego, CA and Portland, OR Posts: 464 Drives: 06 ML500, 05 C230k Sedan	seatbelt buzzer Did anyone go in for the previous recall on the seatbelt chime? How rediculous is that?! The little light flashing and making a beep or two is causing accidents. Where'd those people get their licenses, Wal-Mart? __________________ 06 ML500 \| Alpine Rain \| Charcoal Comfort \| Premium \| Lighting \| Trim \| Sunroof \| Air Suspension \| Rear Side Airbags \| Keyless Go \| Parktronic 05 C230 Kompressor Sedan \| Diamond Black \| Charcoal Lighting \| Entertainment \| Sunroof \| Power Driver's Seat \| Heated Seats \| Sirius

06-21-2003, 12:02 AM	#10
brianhn1 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 7,220 Drives: into things	I got that recall letter today My ML500 right now doesn't even start __________________ Cars

06-21-2003, 03:11 AM	#11
m500 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks Posts: 289 Drives: 03 ML500	I'm Going in for my recall and other problem next week. From the response from this forum I hope they don't make it worst then its already is. But I still love my MB. Cause its the first and I'm planning to make it a family affair. Start from M then E and then S or maybe some AMGs. Unless the New 545 and M5 is so much better and a lot cheaper. Otherwise I'm planning to stay with MB for a while. Tired of BMWs for now. Just 3 years ago, we have almost the whole line up of BMWs 325ic, 530i, 740iL and 840ic. __________________ - 06' LS430 Modern Luxury/Sirius Radio - 04' G35s (SOLD)Premium pkg, NAV, Aero pkg, Sport-tuned - 03'ML500 Manik Stainless Guard complete/PIAA 520 SMR Chrome Driving light

06-21-2003, 04:10 PM	#12
smalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bend, Oregon USA Posts: 15 Drives: 2002 G500, 1999 Range Rover 4.6HSE	READ THIS! Hi Gang- I heard about the recall from the service manager while I was having my window switch replaced. The service guy said that he along with the bulletin he received a letter from MB stating that the factory would credit $2000 to any existing recalled ML owner towards a new one. This is after any negotiation with the dealer. The dealer does not participate and this comes directly from MB. Makes me wonder if the dealer would packet the $2000 to an unknowing customer. I received that recall letter and nothing was mentioned about the $2000! __________________ Scott Malk 2002 Mercedes G500 1999 Range Rover 4.6 HSE

06-21-2003, 10:43 PM	#13
Richard023 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: SFV, Ca. Posts: 1,810 Drives: W210, W220, W163, W164, C6	m500 Since your in the Thousand Oaks area...I take it you get your MB service'd at Silver Star...how are they in regards to customer service?? Has most of your experiences with them been positive?? I purchased a 97 E320 several years ago with Silver Star...their sales have been very accomodating, but since I live closer to Calabasas Motorcars I had always used their service depart. Always good to try new experiences...Keyes & Auto Steigler have been unfortunate past experiences. BTW: The upcoming M5 is certainly very tempting...V10 500 Hp. I'll have to wait for a test drive before throwing a blower on my E430. Cheers Richard __________________ 2001 Brabus E430 2001 Lorinser ML430 2002 S500 Spt. Ed 2007 Brabus ML500 2007 Town & Country Limited 2005 C6 Corvette 434 LSX Twin Turbo - 1118HP/971TQ 2009 R35 GT-R....coming soon

06-22-2003, 12:17 PM	#14
Ron-OKC Newbie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 15 Drives: 2001 ML320	I got the recall notice Saturday. However, the clamp had already broken on my 2001 ML320 and has been replaced. Lucky for me, it happened as I drove up to my house.

06-22-2003, 01:51 PM	#15
BenzoAMGpower MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: North Cuba/West Bimini Posts: 2,247 Drives: 04' C32 AMG and 04' Mav HPX-V17	Ok this is what i heard from the dealership....instead of replacing the clamp they just tighten it!!!! __________________ 04' W203 C32 AMG +RENNTech 00' W163 ML55 AMG +RENNTech 98' W208 CLK320

06-23-2003, 02:39 PM	#16
toniusbenz Almost a Member! Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 55 Drives: MB	Just got my 03 ML 2 weeks ago. Should I be concerned and call my dealer or should I just wait for a notice.

06-24-2003, 06:53 PM	#22
ffejalink Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego, CA and Portland, OR Posts: 464 Drives: 06 ML500, 05 C230k Sedan	Mine is in service today and also having the recalls taken care of. You will receive a notice if your vehicle is effected by the recall. Also, if I get my slip back, I'll let you know which cars are affected. Or if others still have their sheets, maybe they could check them. __________________ 06 ML500 \| Alpine Rain \| Charcoal Comfort \| Premium \| Lighting \| Trim \| Sunroof \| Air Suspension \| Rear Side Airbags \| Keyless Go \| Parktronic 05 C230 Kompressor Sedan \| Diamond Black \| Charcoal Lighting \| Entertainment \| Sunroof \| Power Driver's Seat \| Heated Seats \| Sirius

06-24-2003, 10:48 PM	#23
ffejalink Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego, CA and Portland, OR Posts: 464 Drives: 06 ML500, 05 C230k Sedan	Got mine fresh out of Service A today, adn they did in fact replace the part, not simply tighten it as someone had mentioned in a previous post. __________________ 06 ML500 \| Alpine Rain \| Charcoal Comfort \| Premium \| Lighting \| Trim \| Sunroof \| Air Suspension \| Rear Side Airbags \| Keyless Go \| Parktronic 05 C230 Kompressor Sedan \| Diamond Black \| Charcoal Lighting \| Entertainment \| Sunroof \| Power Driver's Seat \| Heated Seats \| Sirius

06-25-2003, 03:31 PM	#24
ViKTORiOUS MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NYC/NJ. Posts: 3,378 Drives: W209 - W163	got one as well... __________________ My Cardomain

06-25-2003, 04:13 PM	#25
smalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bend, Oregon USA Posts: 15 Drives: 2002 G500, 1999 Range Rover 4.6HSE	Hi M500- Sorry that it has taken so long to get back to you. Talked with the service manager again and he once again confirmed the $2000. It only applies towards a new ML however. Scott __________________ Scott Malk 2002 Mercedes G500 1999 Range Rover 4.6 HSE

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