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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 4JGDA5HB9CA092737 · Checked Sep 10, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 4

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4JGDA5HB9CA•••••• 2012 Mercedes-benz ML350

This build draws 4.0× more complaints than the average 2012 Mercedes-benz ML350 build (4 vs 1).

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2on the model
2builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Engine 1 Structure 1 Steering 1 Electrical System 1

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Steering crash Nov 2020
Turn signals will not operate, dealership quoted me $1400 3 years ago, had the work performed and now the issue is happening again and I am being quoted the same amount of money. This is a safety concern if I cannot signal to others where I am turning!!!!! This could cause an…
Fuel/propulsion System Apr 2026
Engine stalled driving on interstate highway at 70mph. Mechanic diagnostic indicated to be faulty fuel pump and/or fuel pump control unit. This issue has been recognized by mercedes benz as a faulty issue and subject to recall. Upon calling mercedes benz dealer was told there…
Structure Dec 2023
I have own this vehicle on July 2023. I have recently noticed the exterior paint is peeling off quickly all over the body
Engine May 2012
The vehicle stalled after the first week of picking up a brand new vehicle at a traffic light. Dealer replaced high pressure fuel pump, but the vehicle continued to stall on many different subsequent occasions randomly. There were a few times that the car died repeatedly on…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 4JGDA5HB9CA092737 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.