2003 Honda Pilot vs 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML350
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 | 2003 Honda Pilot | 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 720 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 13 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 307 | 62 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 15 |
| Median reported mileage | 120,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Pilot | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 224 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 129 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 115 | 0 |
| Structure | 47 | 0 |
| Seats | 40 | 7 |
| Steering | 32 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 51 | 0 |
| Stalling | 40 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 24 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 18 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
2003 Honda Pilot
2003 Mercedes-Benz ML350
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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.