Mercedes-benz Ml-320 1998
Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320.
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD Sport utility vehicle.
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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Mercedes-Benz | Premium | |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
15 MPG | 20 MPG | 522.76 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320?
- The 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 15 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 20 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320 is $3900.
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How much does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320 weigh?
- The 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-320 is listed to weigh 2277 lbs.
- 3.2L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
Automatic 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ml320
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Vehicle record id 14760 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 41 Model name (carline) Ml320 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 105 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.5 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 27.3 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- LI27.50-P-071658 - POWER TRAIN: Harsh engagement when changing gear range from p to d or r
- LI27.50-P-049281 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL): Harsh engagement when changing gear range from p to d
- S-B-67.00-29 - VISIBILITY: Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to operate correctly.
- LI82.95-P-056655 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
- LI82.85-P-055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The comand unit does not start or the comand display remains dark. The comand unit cannot be operated. Note: the problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
- LI47.20-P-054958 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Combination message: "clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - bosch) or P226997 (water level message - delphi) or 171600 (filter load - bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
- LI32.20-P-057942 - SUSPENSION: Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road.
- GI88.40-P-057430 - EQUIPMENT: Message in instrument cluster "distronic pluscurrently unavailable - see owner's manual"
- LI07.08-P-060993 - ENGINE (PWS): Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
- LI46-20P-055943 - STEERING:COLUMN: Xentry (mercedes): rattling noise coming from the area of the steering column tube system, when driving over rough road and when accelerating or braking, there would be cracking noises. Models 164, 251. No model years listed. *pe
- TB-46-30-13-B - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS: Mercedes: see document search button for owner letter. The lower power steering hose and clamp should be replace, under extended warranty, due to power steering leakage from connection to power steering cooler. Models 1998-2003 163.154,
- 20-P-053398 - STEERING: Xentry: rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road undulations. No model years given. Also included models 168 and 172. *js
- LI-68-50 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Mercedes-benz: the load compartment roller blind has catch bolts loose or broken from improper force when using. *rm
- LI91-22-P-048771 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY: Mercedes: the electrically folding 3rd seat row makes noises while folding up and down, or the folding function does not work at all. A warning message about locking the 3rd seat row may also appear in the display. *pe
- P-049567 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). Fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. In addition fault code fc 9061 and/or fc 9062 is stored in the front sa
- LI-72-00-P - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Xentry: outside door handle no longer returns to end position. Due to a bent pin in the dynamic balancer, the support spring of the bearing bracket can slide out of place or become unhooked. Models 164, 251, 166, 204, 212. No model years
- LI-58-40 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. Models 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, and 403. No model years li
- SB-P-047928 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL: Mercedes: electronic stability program (esp), stability control (sr). References revised and reference to af deleted/supersedes dtb tb 42.45/42. Esp lamp on. Contact fault at connection for esp control unit mk25 (n47). No model years l
- SB-47-20-56 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY: Mercedes: ensuring unobstructed movement for the fuel level sensor. When installing the left or right fuel level sensor, it is essential for it to have unrestricted, unobstructed movement. *pe
- SB-07-16-80D - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Mercedes benz: fuel loss at pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to lip home mode, poor output, poor fuel economy, combustion noise, vehicle stalls). May be caused by malfuncti
- SB-32-22-78 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. Models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. Included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. Model years unknown. *pe updated 9/18/09.
- TB-83-10-112B - STRUCTURE: Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. Caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water box when water is used when engine compartment is cleane
- SB-27-00-104 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE): Slow acceleration with gas pedal hesitation. Models 164.122/8ss (ml 320 and gl320); 211.022 (e320); 251.122 (4320). Years unknown. *pe
- TB-46-20-61 - STEERING: Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on all model 164 and 251 vehicles. Model years unknown. *pe
- TB 83 10 112 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Water entry into vehicle interior for all model 164 vehicles. *pe
- 033008 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Check engine light on / fault codes fC1200 / fC1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. Mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, and sl550. Equipped with m272 engine or m273 engine. *nj
- 462046 - STEERING:RACK AND PINION: Play in the rack and pinion steering system. Models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. Mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe
- 463041 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP: Flow noises from area of power steering pump and/or foaming of power steering oil in reservoir. On mercedes benz ml and r class models. *ak
Engine crankshaft pulley failure investigation # PE03058
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation to investigate allegations of engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure that could result in loss of power-steering assist.Odi has received a total of 546 non-duplicative reports that allege engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure on all mercedes-benz vehicles using the subject component.The subject component failures are progressive in nature and only a small percentage of the complaints and warrant claims involved a failure that had progressed far enough to effect power steering performance (6 of 55 odi complaints reference increased steering effort).There have been no crashes or injuries related to the alleged defect.A safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.The agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.See summary report attached for further detail.
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20160104 |
Michelin lattitude tour 255/65r16 tires are prematurely coming apart. I have less than 15k miles on these tires and the tread is ripping away from the side walls. There is no recall from michelin for this size of tire and it has the same defect as the other sizes in the same make and model tire. This is ridiculous! 164 dollars a tire and i could have died driving on these things. These need a recall now! Peoples lives are at rick driving with these tires!
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20150414 |
Went to start my car seat belt blew up ,smoke coming out now will not work will not retract .How can mercedes make such a dangerous product and not be be sued for such a crappy dangerous product.This not a isolated or freak occurance have read numerous similar on line.
Crash | No | N | None | None | 20141229 |
1998 mercedes benz ml-320. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle sudden acceleration. *smd the consumer stated while making a turn and releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated and hit a concrete column. This damaged the main metal frame behind the front bumper. The airbags did not deploy. *js
No | No | N | None | None | 20141226 |
My battery was low and unknown to me the ml320 for this year loses its transponder codes in the das security module when you try to start the vehicle with a low battery. This is evidentally the third key that has lost its programming on my vehicle due to low battery voltage. Cost so far is 499 for a key, weeks waiting for the key from germany, and 300 to program it once they recieve the key. Its a dealership only item so its very very costly. This is a known problem with mercades and checking the forums it seems that everyone that has 1998-2000 model mercades all lose their transponder codes between 129,000 and 132,000 miles no matter what.This is an obvious manufacturers defect and a known issue that should be paid for by mercades. I never had these issues with my two 2002 ml500's but i will never purchase another benz in my life. *js
No | No | N | None | None | 20140704 |
Message display indicates left brake light not working. Replaced bulb and message disappeared for one day and then reappeared. Removed bulb and bulb was ok. Went online and found where mercedes had a brake light repair kit for this problem but i was not notified. I called the dealer and this repair kit is not under warranty or recall. I contacted a local european car repair shop who had the repair kit in stock going back to 2010 mercedes has known about this problem but never notified me or fixed the problem when i brought my car in for normal service. Very disappointed in mercedes. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20140522 |
Suddenly i could not gain or get any more speed. I was just coasting along, i then arrived at my destination and got out and smelled burning smell from front wheels. I could not get out of the gear i was in. *js
No | No | N | None | None | 20121031 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mercedes benz ml320. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the door locks on all four doors independently lock and unlock continuously. The driver side door would not unlock from the outside and the contact had to enter from the passenger side door. The failure recurred numerous times. The dealer was notified and stated that while there were a lot of complaints there was no recalls at that time. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 157,000.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20120906 |
The braking system failed and worked again after some pumping and coasting to avoid collision. The car then caught on fire. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20120508 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mercedes benz ml320. The contact stated that the vehicle was being repaired by an independent mechanic for unrelated issues when she was informed that the ignition key needed to be replaced because it no longer functioned properly. The contact was not informed as to why the failure occurred. The key was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that in order to remedy the failure, the vehicle would need an entire new ignition system. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 180,000. The consumer discovered during research that merceds benz installed an inadequate computer system in her vehicle. The system would only allow eight keys to be made for the lifetime of the vehicle. The consumer felt it was a scam by mb to force their customers to purchase a new computer, ignition, etc, for the vehicle after the 8th key had been made. They claimed it was made that way for security reason. The consumer called two dealerships and was given a price of $4,000 to $5,000. The consumer finally had the key, computer and other parts replaced by a locksmith for $1,400. The radiator, air condition and two mirror also had to be replaced. Updated 07/11/12