1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 visibility problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mercedes benz ml320. The contact stated that the vehicle was being repaired by an independent mechanic for unrelated issues when she was informed that the ignition key needed to be replaced because it no longer functioned properly. The contact was not informed as to why…”
filed May 14, 2012
“Laundry list of failures. Jack has almost killed me while changing tire. Vehicle fell, almost hitting me but catching side of vehicle before landing on me! Hood latch has failed on a few occasions, causing hood to open while vehicle was in motion. Air mass meter failed. Has required 5 (five!)…”
filed May 2, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to…
S-B-67.00-29 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 23, 2013
Visibility problems in other ML320 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 ML320 | 1 | 4% |
| 2002 ML320 | 4 | 5% |
| 2001 ML320 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 ML320 | 7 | 4% |
| 1999 ML320 | 7 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.