MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz ML320

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2001 Mercedes Benz ML320
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:57.795Z

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, 2001 highlighted. 1998: 133 complaints 1998 1999: 125 complaints 2000: 166 complaints 2000 2001: 136 complaints 2001 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
2001: 136 complaints
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YearComplaints
1998133
1999125
2000166
2001136
200288
200322
20055
20061
200716
200821
200928

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 24%

24% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 33 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES 19%

19% of complaints: service brakes — 26 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. THE CONSUMER SHIFTED AND THE SUV STOPPED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030324

The failed component is the YAW rate sensor, original part number A1635426340 (ATE part number 10.0980-0454.2), manufactured by ATE. I have experienced multiple incidents of sudden, unintended braking at highway speeds.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260618

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ ML320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE BRAKES UNEXPECTEDLY ENGAGED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SUCCESSFULLY COAST TO A STOP, WHEN HE SMELLED A BURNING ODOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120409

STEERING 7%

7% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030213 — PE (closed 20030404)

POWER STEERING HOSE ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE

I 20070201 — PE (closed 20070711)

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL MALFUNCTION

I 20101221 — PE (closed 20110504)

Brake lamp switch failure.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Mercedes Benz ML320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (14 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320?

The most-reported component is electronic stability control (esc), accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.