2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2011 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 93 | 110 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 87 | 104 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 40 | 59 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 16 |
| Seat Belts | 18 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 7 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2011 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.