2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2000 Mitsubishi Montero
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 166 | 51 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 31 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 15–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,250 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Mitsubishi Montero |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 45 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 5 |
| Power Train | 12 | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2000 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.