1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER
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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 220 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 49 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 167,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 4 | 111 |
| Suspension | 5 | 61 |
| Steering | 29 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 3 |
| Power Train | 19 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 119 |
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
1999 Toyota 4RUNNER
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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.