Power steering failure - driving this lemon of an SUV, car started to pull and was difficult to steer. Thank god, I was not on a freeway and could pull over without killing someone.

- Palos Verdes Estates, CA, USA

Reference: Vehicle complaint - 47046 in September 1999, we purchased a new Mercedes-Benz, ml-320. In 2003, the vehicle was part of a recall concerning a lower power steering hose and clamp at the radiator fitting. On August 7, 2007, while driving the vehicle, the lower power steering hose blew off losing all hydraulic fluid. We lost the power steering and had extreme difficulty steering the vehicle. The same problem has occurred with a family member's ml-320. In addition, the transmission has frozen four times in first gear. The Mercedes dealer was unable to locate the problem. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and they replaced the hose; however, we have not retrieved the vehicle from the dealer because we are fearful about driving the vehicle due to these recurring problems.

- Fountain Valley, CA, USA

In September 1999, we purchased a new Mercedes-Benz, ml-320. In 2003, the vehicle was a part of a recall for a lower power steering hose and clamp at the radiator fitting. On August 7, 2007, while driving the vehicle, the lower power steering hose blew off loosing all hydraulic fluid. We lost the power steering and had extreme difficulty steering the vehicle. The same problem has occurred with a family member's ml-320. In addition, the transmission has frozen four times in first gear. The Mercedes dealer was unable to locate the problem. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the hose; however, we have not retrieved the vehicle from the dealer because we are fearful about driving the vehicle due to these recurring problems.

- Fountain Valley, CA, USA

TL * - the contact received recall 03V121000. The contact took vehicle to mercedez Benz of palm beach January 3, 2007, and was denied arecall repair. The contact would like the repairs to be done under the recall. The contact stated that he received the same recall last year and chose not to address it at that time. The vehicle has had several failures, and was now being denied repair service. The cosumer took the vehicle to the dealer and they statedthere was nothing wrog with the vehicle. The consumer sated while driving, the the exhaust broke in half at the weld. Updated 01/22/07.

- Jupiter, FL, USA

My pwr steering pressure hose, from bottom radiator thru pwr steering rack are four times pop out at hose clamp, every winter problem! ( 2002 ) (2003) (2004) Mercedes dealer replaces a recall hose last winter & hold for a year. (2005) again winter 2 Dec 05 the same thing promblem (hose pop out again) I need help to investigate this matter, pls!!! today, I will drop off my SUV 10 Dec 05 at the same dealer.

- Desplaines, IL, USA

Power steering hose.

- Desplaines, IL, USA

While driving 25 mph, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The driver took the vehicle to a body shop for inspection. The driver noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that the power steering hose needed to be replaced and replaced it. However, the problem still occurs at this time.

- Orange, NJ, USA

Driver's side power window stuck or stopped while operating. The consumer was informed by the dealer that all four window clusters had to be replaced to correct the problem. Also, lost of power steering fluid. Fluid was leaking from the hoses/clamps and connectors. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. The manufacturer was aware of the problem but did not notify the owners. The consumer was informed by an independent shop.

- Midland, MI, USA

Consumer had power steering hose serviced by dealer in 01/03. On 06/12/03 experienced power steering system failure. Dealer diagnosed that the steering pump and rack & pinion had failed. Consumer then had vehicle inspected by a reputable mechanic who advised that the power steering hose had been placed too close to the gear when dealer previously serviced causing the current failure.

- New York, NY, USA

The power steering hose failed, which caused fluid to leak out.

- Covington, GA, USA

The power steering fluid leaked out of the vehicle. The consumer discovered that there an investigation going on but no recalls yet. The power steering fluid leaked out of the vehicle. The consumer discovered that there an investigation going on but no recalls yet. Cause: Power steering hose clamp fell off while driving. Solution: New hose clamp installed and system had to be bled and flushed.

- Wheaton, IL, USA

Started to drive out of parking lot, power steering hose blew off, lost all fluid and power steering assist. Have to tow to dealer. Repair under warranty.

- Plano, TX, USA

First occurance was leakage 2 months prior, clamp tightened by dealer. 2nd occurence on reported date, started to drive out of parking lot, power steering hose blew off, lost all fluid and power steering assist.

- Lafayette, IN, USA

Power steering hose clamps. Based on published comments by individuals on various internet chat groups for this truck regarding hydraulic fluid leaks and failures of the power steering hose, I check my hoses and found that the lower hose was about to come off. The clamp, which was loose, was retightened.

- Highlands Ranch, CO, USA