2004 Honda Pilot vs 2004 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 | 2004 Honda Pilot | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 544 | 35 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 235 | 63 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 15 |
| Median reported mileage | 105,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Pilot | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 142 | 1 |
| Seats | 85 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 81 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 60 | 4 |
| Structure | 42 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 3 |
| Suspension | 27 | 0 |
| Engine | 22 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 72 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 25 | 0 |
| Stalling | 21 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 14 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 6 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
2004 Honda Pilot
2004 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.