2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 24 complaints for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 37% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 24 37% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 99,000 miles 21 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 2 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 4 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 4 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 1 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 21 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 99,000 miles, and 19% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz ml430. While driving approximately 45 MPH and applying pressure to the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to slow down. The contact crashed into a bridge to stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The vehicle sustained damages and the occupants received minor injuries. The police was called to the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz ml430. The contact stated that the service engine and the bas esp warning lights flickered. The contact mentioned that when the warning lights illuminated, the brakes engaged and there was an abnormal noise. In addition, the electric power door lock function was making an abnormal noise. The contact discovered that the A/C line fractured and the windshield wipers plastic piece fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
Brakes problems in other years
- 2001
- 2000
- 1999