MYRModel Year Report

1998 Mercedes Benz ML320

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1998 Mercedes Benz ML320
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:40:39.731Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz ML320 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 133 complaints 1998 1999: 125 complaints 2000: 166 complaints 2000 2001: 136 complaints 2002: 88 complaints 2002 2003: 22 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 21 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2009
1998: 133 complaints
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YearComplaints
1998133
1999125
2000166
2001136
200288
200322
20055
20061
200716
200821
200928

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 24%

24% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and engine.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 MERCEDES BENZ ML320.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120514

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and front underhood.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
VISIBILITY 15%

15% of complaints: visibility — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and sun/moon roof assembly.

INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND WORKED AGAIN AFTER SOME PUMPING AND COASTING TO AVOID COLLISION. THE CAR THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120909

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 11%

11% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel pump and tank assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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ML320 FUEL PUMP FAILED, CAUSING CRASH INTO OTHER VEHICLE. MBZ ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE WAS CALLED TWICE AND CLAIMED NO RECORD OF 1ST CALL 4 HOURS EARLIER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031211

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031217 — PE (closed 20040422)

ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Mercedes Benz ML320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (32 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (20 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Mercedes Benz ML320 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mercedes Benz ML320?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz ML320 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.