MYRModel Year Report

1999 Mercedes Benz ML320

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1999 Mercedes Benz ML320
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:19:26.978Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz ML320 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1998: 133 complaints 1998 1999: 125 complaints 1999 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
1999: 125 complaints
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YearComplaints
1998133
1999125
2000166
2001136
200288
200322
20055
20061
200716
200821
200928

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 13 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 10%

10% of complaints: steering — 12 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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CAR WAS STOPPED PUT INTO PARK POSITION ON THE TRANSMISSION. CAR LURCHED FORWARD, CRASHED THRU GARAGE ADJOINING PORCH AND DECK AND ROLLED OFF DROPPING 10 FEET AND TURNING ON IT'S SIDE. DT

NHTSA ODI report, 20021106

STEERING 6%

6% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHEN MAKING A SLIGHT TURN OR JUST DRIVING STRAIGHT STEERING WHEEL STUCK UNEXPECTEDLY AND CONSUMER HAS HIT A WALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS.....*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030108

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030213 — PE (closed 20030404)

POWER STEERING HOSE ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE

I 20031217 — PE (closed 20040422)

ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.