How many electrical complaints does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have?

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 ML350, which is 16% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 ML350 electrical system?

The data provided shows no related recalls listed for this component and year, though one sample complaint references a service campaign for the ignition switch.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2011 ML350 is 56,000 miles.

Are the electrical issues dangerous?

Among the 18 electrical complaints, NHTSA records 2 fires and 1 crash, with no injuries reported.

How does 2011 compare to other ML350 years for electrical complaints?

The 2011 ML350 had 18 electrical complaints (16% share), close to 2010's 15 complaints (15% share) and lower in share than 2012's 17 complaints (26% share) and 2014's 22 complaints (32% share).

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350, 16% of all 110 complaints filed for the year. The median mileage at failure was 56,000, and the pattern includes 2 fires and 1 crash, though no recall is tied to this data.

Electrical System complaints: 18; 16% of 110 complaints
All complaints this year: 110
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 56,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Ignition switch fails to turn or start the vehicle, sometimes requiring several attempts or minutes before it starts.
Brake light assemblies and sockets repeatedly fail, with owners needing to reseat or replace the entire light unit.
Owners report sudden unintended jerking or swerving while driving, in one case linked to blind spot assist sensors.
A rear brake light ground reportedly overheated and caused a fire that damaged the wire harness and light assembly.
One owner reported smoke and fire originating from the passenger air vent or glove box area while driving.
A traction control warning illuminated just before a low-speed crash into another vehicle and a utility pole.

When 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 26, 2013, latest Mar 11, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Mar 2025; peak Jul 2016 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by ML350 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (15%)
201118 (16%)
201217 (26%)
201312 (21%)
201422 (32%)
20154 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have?: NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 ML350, which is 16% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 ML350 electrical system?: The data provided shows no related recalls listed for this component and year, though one sample complaint references a service campaign for the ignition switch.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2011 ML350 is 56,000 miles.
Are the electrical issues dangerous?: Among the 18 electrical complaints, NHTSA records 2 fires and 1 crash, with no injuries reported.
How does 2011 compare to other ML350 years for electrical complaints?: The 2011 ML350 had 18 electrical complaints (16% share), close to 2010's 15 complaints (15% share) and lower in share than 2012's 17 complaints (26% share) and 2014's 22 complaints (32% share).