Is the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Reliable?
1998–2015 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4 | 52 | 4 | 3 | 24 | Poor |
| 2014 | 3 | 59 | 4 | — | 53 | Fair |
| 2013 | 4 | 40 | 6 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2012 | 3 | 50 | 4 | — | 53 | Fair |
| 2011 | 1 | 74 | 8 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2010 | 1 | 71 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2009 | 1 | 82 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2008 | 1 | 84 | 6 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2007 | 1 | 73 | 5 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 2006 | 1 | 156 | 8 | — | 61 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the ML-Class Compares to Similar Vehicles
The ML-Class scores 15 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 741 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz ML-Class scores 55/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 20 recall campaigns and 741 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year ML-Class is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2010 ML-Class achieved the highest reliability score of 65/100 with 1 recall and 71 complaints.
How many miles does a ML-Class last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz ML-Class owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used ML-Class will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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