MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mercedes Benz ML320

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2000 Mercedes Benz ML320
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:19:23.684Z

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, 2000 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
2000: 166 complaints
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YearComplaints
1998133
1999125
2000166
2001136
200288
200322
20055
20061
200716
200821
200928

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 11%

11% of complaints: steering — 19 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
STEERING 11%

11% of complaints: steering — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 9%

9% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 15 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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AS I NOTICED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS THEY ALL FOCUS IN THE POWER STEERING ISSUES, FUEL / OIL LEAKS AND LOSS, ESP OPTION , ELECTRICAL MAIL FUNCTIONS THAT RELATE WITH THE ECU, PROBLEM WITH THE SHIFTER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191210

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 7%

7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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

I 20070201 — PE (closed 20070711)

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL MALFUNCTION

I 20101221 — PE (closed 20110504)

Brake lamp switch failure.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 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.