2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2010

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (16%)

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (27%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (5%)

< $100 (55%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Engine not specified

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Oklahoma, United States
Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014

66000 mi
Rear tailight always gave error indication. Was a wiring issue. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

turbocharged 228hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Victoria, Australia
- Apr 2011
Apr 2011

18600 mi
Replace steering angle sensor under warranty 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2015 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015

58280 mi

C $2000
Glow Plugs and Glow Plug module Engine Oil Cooler leaking 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Colorado, United States
Dec 2013 - Oct 2017
Jul 2014

51700 mi
Steering wheel position sensor - causing intermittent ESP light. 
Sep 2017

77000 mi
Replace heater blower motor 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Tennessee, United States
Jan 2014 - Jun 2017
Nov 2014

27700 mi
Passenger side vent not working, dealer replaced parts. 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Illinois, United States
Dec 2013 - Jan 2016
May 2014

50000 mi

US $1708
Replaced AdBlue Heater Element (Diesel engine) w/ tank. RS Preheater #164-471-11-75 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in New Brunswick, Canada
Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016

59520 mi

C $179
Worn out seat belt connector relay 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2015 - Oct 2015
Sep 2015

96720 mi
the valves for the air suspension had to be replaced 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Alabama, United States
Jan 2018 - Oct 2019
Mar 2018

119000 mi

US $75
The intake manifold tumble flap actuator lever broke and was replaced with an aftermarket metal piece. 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Texas, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013

55000 mi
Rear seat belts did not retract properly, and were repaired. 
Apr 2015

71300 mi

US $600
Ignition switch was malfunctioning and was replaced. 
Feb 2016

89100 mi

US $850
Actuator for front passenger door electric lock malfunctioned and required replacement. But estimated cost was very high ($850), so decided to live with the problem. 
Oct 2016

99000 mi

US $20
Well known problem with ML series: brake light design is improperly grounded, causing system to improperly display "bulb out" message. Corrected using repair kit available from Mercedes. 
Dec 2021

167000 mi

US $500
Replace faulty lift gate lock actuator 
May 2022

170000 mi

US $2000
Replace water pump 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Queensland, Australia
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017

99820 mi

A $1500
Key ignition module failed. Car would not start. Mechanical shop replaced ignition module with factory OEM unit which was shipped from Germany and programmed by Mercedes Benz factory to match vehicle keys and ECU immobolizer. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Hong Kong, China
Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Sep 2015

28520 mi

$5
Rear Hatch cannot open probably! The opening and closing button not working same as the driver door hatch button. Shop told me the computer that control the hatch seems broken! Front Brake sensors broken causing it brake by itself!!! Almost caused me an heart attack!!! Engine making whinning sound end up discovered by shop are the engine pulleys need to be replaced same as the water pump and pulley! Windshielf wiper passenger side broken!!! 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Maryland, United States
Mar 2014 - Feb 2015
Feb 2014

37000 mi

US $1500
Keyless entry driver-side door handles failed and were replaced. Driver heated mirror failed and replaced. Passenger seatbelts won't retract and replaced. 
Apr 2014

38300 mi
Keyless Go handles failing 
Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Indiana, United States
- Jul 2013
Jul 2013

53000 mi

US $500
Rear Passenger Seatbelt would not retract. Replaced entire seatbelt. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Repair Histories

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