2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2009 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 67 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 82 | 87 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 40 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 17 |
| Steering | 24 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 18 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 5 |
| Structure | 7 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2009 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.