2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2005 Volvo XC90
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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2005 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 223 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 219 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,700 mi | 86,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 62 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 40 |
| Engine | 1 | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 22 |
| Steering | 6 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 31 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2005 Volvo XC90
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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.