After driving vehicle for ten minutes, it was parked and engine secured. When trying to restart vehicle, starter engaged but engine would not turn over. Starter continued to run for approximately five seconds after releasing the key. Independent mechanic told me to let the vehicle rest for fifteen minutes and then restart. Vehicle started normally after fifteen minute rest. Diagnosis did nor result in any computer codes. Mechanic said the year vehicles 1998-2002 were experiencing crankshaft sensor failures. Sensor was replaced and vehicle is operating normally.

- Sparta, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle began to lose power until stalling. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle and it was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure and current mileage was approximately 110,000.

- Lowvine, NY, USA

I am the owner if a 2000 Mercedes ML320. This morning as I came home on this car and suddenly it sped up and lost control when it came to the driveway. I leg was on the brake when I came to the driveway no way I could have put my leg on the accelerator. I believe there is a defect in its design and cause it to suddenly speed up. Please look into this since it can be a serious matter. My other 2 cars in the garage were badly damaged in addition to the this ML320.

- Fremont, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 03V121000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections) and had the necessary repairs performed by the dealer. However, she continued to experience failures with the power steering fluid leaking. The steering wheel became more difficult to turn over time. On a separate occasion, she received a second recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08V465000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). The dealer stated that the hose clamp used to secure the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler needed to be replaced at the cost of $1,200. The dealer stated that it would be pointless to repair the vehicle according to the recall when additional components were affected as a result of the steering failure. The initial recall stated that consumers who had repairs made before November 23, 2003 could possibly have the hose replaced, if found defective. The contact had repairs made prior to that date. She also experienced failures with the catalytic converter and the check engine indicator continued to illuminate on the instrument panel. After the repairs were made, the check engine indicator continued to illuminate. The dealer could not duplicate the failure and stated that it was not related to the power steering. The failure mileage was 87,582 and current mileage was 190,000.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA

: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined by diagnostic testing the air mass sensor needed to be replaced. The contact also owns an E320 which had the same failure last year. If the air mass sensor is not replaced, further damage can result to the engine.

- Mundelein, IL, USA

: the contact stated while driving 65-70mph the engine stalled. As a result, there was a loss of power steering. The check engine light illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was maneuvered from the highway without incident. There was a 30 minute delay before the vehicle would restarted. The engine stalling failure occurred five times and occurred more often during hot weather. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined the camshaft sensor and crankshaft sensor were faulty. Since the repairs were performed the vehicle has been operating properly. The manufacturer was alerted who explained there was a technical service bulletin on the problem.

- San Diego, CA, USA

My Mercedes year model 2000 ML320 engine stalls while driving; most often it comes as a surprise when I am cruising at freeway speeds and slightly back off on the throttle. The engine totally shuts down and will restart after waiting a few minutes. It does not seem like a fuel pump problem because the car will run fine for several months afterward without shutting down.

- Walnut Creek, CA, USA

I own a 2000 Mercedes ML320. The car recently shut down while driving on a highway. This is extremely dangerous, the car is currently at the dealer. There was no power. Once you stop the car, place it in park, it will re-start.

- Carlisle, MA, USA