2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2002 Mercedes-Benz ML320
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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 166 | 88 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 52 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,250 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 45 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 9 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 2 |
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
2002 Mercedes-Benz ML320
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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.