Problem Reports
Mercedes-Benz ML430
Report: Steering Rack Prone to Leaks
Mercedes-Benz ML430 Problem
Model Years Affected: 1999, 2000, 2001
Average Mileage: 112,177 mi (10,600 mi - 173,000 mi)
It is not uncommon for the power steering rack to develop a fluid leak requiring replacement of the rack assembly. Loss of power steering fluid may also cause an abnormal noise and damage to the power steering pump.
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Report #1Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 10,600 mi
steerling rack leaking need to change whole parts.
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Report #2Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML430
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Report #3Visitor, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 154,000 mi
leaking power steering rack
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Report #4Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 130,000 mi
leaking power steering rack and line to power steering pump keep comming off radator. Radator may be clocked.
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Report #5Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 101,000 mi
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Report #6Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 91,000 mi
Power steering has failed. Fluid is leaking profusely. The Chico Mercedes Dealer says that the problems are NOT covered by the recall notices. I plan to take my vehicle to a private mechanic to see what can be done to resolve the fluid leakage & get the vehicle running in a safe manner. I filed a complaint with the NHTSA.
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Report #7Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 150,000 mi
Power steering rack assembly leaked after pump replacement caused by wrong fluid. New pump increased pressure in system and seals on the rack started to leak. Ordered rebuilt rack assembly which was fitted. Steering problems resolved, including lack of precise response to steering commands. Rebuilt rack solved the problem, expect to pay for at least eight hours shop work. Core refund is around $150. With a rebuilt rack cost around $400.
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Report #8Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 80,000 mi
I bought this pile of junk at 80,000 miles. Noticed a noisy steering problem right away. Had the fluid flushed and replaced and it helped, but now getting louder and louder and more annoying. Buying this was a huge mistake as this is the LEAST of the problems.
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Report #9Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 120,000 mi
Power steering hose popped out three times! Fluid leaked out...completely. Ugh! Cost to repair, part: $170.00, labor $150.00. Hope this doesn't happen again.
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Report #10Visitor, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430, 173,000 mi
Rack has completely failed, seals shot. All failed just around the time the hose clamp failure happened. I think the hose clamp failure is directly tied to the rack failure.
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