2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 vs 2013 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 65 | 56 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 128 | 128 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 72,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz ML350 | Mercedes-Benz ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 | 6 |
| Steering | 7 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350
2013 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.