1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2001 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 47 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 92,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 29 | 25 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 33 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 16 |
| Power Train | 19 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 8 | 5 |
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2001 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.