How common are electrical problems in the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350?

NHTSA shows 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 ML350, which is 32% of the 68 total complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the years listed (2010-2015).

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2014 ML350?

Yes. Recall 17V177000, reported March 14, 2017, covers the ML350 4Matic among other Mercedes-Benz models; the remedy is a free software update to the affected control units.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur on the 2014 ML350?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 43,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 ML350.

Have electrical failures caused crashes or fires in the 2014 ML350?

NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2014 ML350.

2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350, 32% of all 68 complaints filed for the year, with median mileage at failure of 43,000. One related recall (17V177000) covers ML350 4Matic electrical control unit software.

Electrical System complaints: 22; 32% of 68
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 43,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicle unexpectedly shuts off while driving or at a stop, sometimes locking the steering wheel or requiring the brake held on an incline until it restarts.
Instrument cluster lights stay illuminated and will not turn off, which owners say drains the battery even after replacement.
Turn signal switch stops flashing on the panel and externally, though hazard flashers keep working.
Blind spot and lane departure warning lights flicker on and off intermittently while driving or braking.
Owners report water intrusion into the rear of the vehicle linked to sudden loss of electric and motive power.

When 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 28, 2015, latest Sep 1, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2015 to Sep 2026; peak May 2018 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350

NHTSA 17V177000Mar 14, 2017Electrical System51 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Wagon 4Matic, GLK350 and SL550 vehicles, 2012 CLS550 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2016 E350 vehicles, 2016-2017 GL450 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2014 ML350 4Matic BlueTec vehicles, 2015 S550, S550 4Matic and C300 4Matic Sedan vehicles, 2015-2016 C300 Sedan vehicles, and 2017 SL63 AMG vehicles. Various control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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 common are electrical problems in the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350?: NHTSA shows 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 ML350, which is 32% of the 68 total complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the years listed (2010-2015).
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2014 ML350?: Yes. Recall 17V177000, reported March 14, 2017, covers the ML350 4Matic among other Mercedes-Benz models; the remedy is a free software update to the affected control units.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur on the 2014 ML350?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 43,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 ML350.
Have electrical failures caused crashes or fires in the 2014 ML350?: NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2014 ML350.