2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 65 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 104 | 128 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 59 | 2 |
| Engine | 7 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 11 |
| Power Train | 7 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 13 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2012 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.