Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Mercedes-Benz ML-Class? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 0 | 65 | 6 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2014 | 0 | 71 | 3 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2013Best | 0 | 60 | 3 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2012 | 0 | 64 | 6 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2011Worst | 0 | 116 | 8 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2010 | 0 | 105 | 1 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
Most Common ML-Class Problems
Based on 481 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
ML-Class Years to Avoid
Best ML-Class Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout years with low issues.
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Reliability
What year ML-Class has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 116 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2011 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz ML-Class has accumulated 481 owner-filed complaints and 0 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2013 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used ML-Class.
What are the most common ML-Class problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class across recent model years are: AIR BAGS (136 reports), ENGINE (35 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (31 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (25 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my ML-Class has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Mercedes-Benz ML-Class using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
Check a Specific Mercedes-Benz ML-Class VIN
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