1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 125 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 28 | 30 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,279 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 35 |
| Steering | 6 | 29 |
| Power Train | 10 | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 3 |
| Visibility | 17 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 6 |
| Structure | 12 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.