2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2000 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 2000 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 166 | 75 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 74 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,250 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 45 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 12 |
| Power Train | 12 | 21 |
| Suspension | 5 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2000 Subaru Forester
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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.