Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mercedes-Benz ML-Class — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Caution | 4 | 52 | 13 | 4 | 3 | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | 3 | 59 | 7 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2013 | Good | 4 | 40 | 4 | 6 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 3 | 50 | 7 | 4 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 1 | 74 | 10 | 8 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 1 | 71 | 6 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2009 | Caution | 1 | 82 | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | 1 | 84 | 4 | 6 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 1 | 73 | 5 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2006 | Avoid | 1 | 156 | 16 | 8 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2005Best | Good | — | 25 | 3 | 1 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 2004 | Good | — | 33 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | — | 46 | — | 4 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | 1 | 91 | 4 | 6 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2001 | Avoid | — | 155 | 16 | 11 | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2000Worst | Avoid | — | 188 | 20 | 30 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 1999 | Caution | — | 114 | 11 | 11 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1998 | Caution | — | 109 | 8 | 20 | — | Visibility | Full report → |
18 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Problems
Based on 1,502 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
ML-Class Years to Avoid
Best ML-Class Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
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 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 188 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2000 report for specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz ML-Class has accumulated 1,502 owner-filed complaints and 21 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 3 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2005 model year shows the fewest reported issues. 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 are: Electrical System (175 reports), Steering (151 reports), Air Bags (146 reports), Power Train (99 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my ML-Class has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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