1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 power train problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While applying the accelerator pedal heard a loud popping noise coming from the front. Vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. However, consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the transfer case needed to be replaced. *ak”
filed Oct 28, 2004
“Laundry list of failures. Jack has almost killed me while changing tire. Vehicle fell, almost hitting me but catching side of vehicle before landing on me! Hood latch has failed on a few occasions, causing hood to open while vehicle was in motion. Air mass meter failed. Has required 5 (five!)…”
filed May 2, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI27.50-P-071658 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 30, 2020Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D
LI27.50-P-049281 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 22, 2020
Power Train problems in other ML320 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 ML320 | 4 | 14% |
| 2008 ML320 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 ML320 | 2 | 9% |
| 2002 ML320 | 2 | 2% |
| 2001 ML320 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 ML320 | 12 | 7% |
| 1999 ML320 | 19 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.