2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350
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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 171 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 99 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,700 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 43 |
| Engine | 1 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 29 |
| Steering | 6 | 16 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 17 |
| Seats | 3 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 40 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350
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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.