2000 Mercedes Benz ML320
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.
- Complaints
- 166
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
- Steering
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2000: 166 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 133 |
| 1999 | 125 |
| 2000 | 166 |
| 2001 | 136 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 28 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
29% · 48 reportsMost commonly citing hose, piping, and connections and hydraulic power assist system.
Service brakes
22% · 36 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
18% · 30 reportsMost commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.
Show complaint excerpts
After driving vehicle for ten minutes, it was parked and engine secured. When trying to restart vehicle, starter engaged but engine would not turn over. Starter continued to run for approximately five seconds after releasing the key.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-22
Electrical system
12% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing ignition and switch.
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Takata recall I just bought a 2000 mercedes ml 320. My ac stopped working and took it to a mercedes certified mechanic. Told me it was a pressure sensor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-12
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320. While parked, the contact noticed flames coming from under the hood. The fire department was called and arrived at the scene to assist.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-20
The battery failed and required replacement. A "Group 49" Battery is specified by the battery manufacturer's catalog. A group 49 battery was purchased, but did not fit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-04
Electronic stability control (esc)
9% · 15 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2019-12-10
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first
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2003-02-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-04-04 Power steering hose assembly leakage
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2003-12-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-22 Engine crankshaft pulley failure
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2007-02-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-07-11 Electronic stability control malfunction
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2010-12-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2011-05-04 Brake lamp switch failure.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 48 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 36 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 30 reports on file for this year.
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 29% 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.