2003 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 75 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 66,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 11 | 6 |
| Seats | 7 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 5 |
2003 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2005 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.