2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER
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 Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 166 | 379 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 73 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,250 mi | 145,280 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 8 | 255 |
| Suspension | 5 | 97 |
| Steering | 45 | 18 |
| Power Train | 12 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 275 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2000 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.