2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320 vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320
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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 21 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 79 | 84 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML320 | Mercedes-Benz ML320 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 4 |
| Power Train | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 0 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3 |
| Structure | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2009 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.