2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 vs 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 166 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 114 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 14–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 104,125 mi | 107,371 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML430 | Mitsubishi Montero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 56 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 21 |
| Power Train | 2 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 14 |
| Steering | 5 | 8 |
| Suspension | 1 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430
2001 Mitsubishi Montero
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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.