Not News. M Series Worst in Reliability. - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Loren · #10 03-28-2007, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DCF

Who do you think is pickier about every single thing in their truck working perfectly: the person who drops $60k on an M-B, or the one who spends $25k on a Chevy Trailblazer? Yes, it is an extreme example, but not that far off. Also, think about the technology in an M-B as opposed to some other SUVs--when you push the envelope in that fashion, sometimes things go wrong.

I agree but what problems that MLs are known for is due to pushing the technology envelope?
1. The weak transmission?
2. The constantly failing window switches?
3. Rubbermaid interior that is always squeeking? ('98-'99)
4. Noisy sunroofs

Don't get me wrong I love driving my ML but the problems they have are on the attention to detail and build quality. The new features and inovations in the ML they actually spent some time on and got right. The revolutionary traction control has never given problems. The independent suspension is solid. The multitude of airbags work as far as I know. Most of the problems MLs have are not cutting edge just ways MB can save money at the cost of their reputation. I don't think the owners of $20K Jeeps would put up with these issues either, I know I am one of them too. I know they feel the need to keep up with all the novelties in cars today but they have forgoten what has given them their reputation for quality with the ML. People will forget about not getting the car with the heated ventilated massaging seats but they surely will not forget the car they couldn't get their damn window back up after a toll booth in the January sleet.
Why pay a premium for this when you can spend less and get more of the basic features that are dependable. That is what made MB great years ago. Quality not quantity! The cars were basic but buletproof. Sounds like the description of a Toyota today. Not enough status for ya? Have all the gismos and forget about the dependability of the basics necessities. Yep, that's MB of today! Sounds like Cadilac and Lincon in the '80s. Suspension leaks oil and sags, eats alternators for lunch, but hey I got this nifty automatic headlight dimmer and heated mirrors I never realized I needed. Get it together MB! You have lost what is iconic and lasting. Reputation will only sell cars to posers and wanabes and not for long before it catches up and they feel the shaft (or is that transmission).

Just my ranting opinion!
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