MYRModel Year Report

2009 Mercedes Benz ML350

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2009 Mercedes Benz ML350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:52.707Z

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
93
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

43% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 1 complaint 2001 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 35 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 2006: 172 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2007 2008: 67 complaints 2008 2009: 93 complaints 2009 93
2001: 1 complaint 2001 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 35 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 2006: 172 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2007 2008: 67 complaints 2008 2009: 93 complaints 2009 93
2001: 1 complaint 2001 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 35 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 2006: 172 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2007 2008: 67 complaints 2008 2009: 93 complaints 2009 93

2009: 93 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20011
200325
200435
200523
2006172
200783
200867
200993

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

43% · 40 reports
INJURY

Seat belts

19% · 18 reports

Electrical system

18% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH in heavy rain, she observed smoke emanating from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that there may have been unknown warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-23

The contact owned a 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-12-30

My mercedes ML350 was parked on a residential street. Flames began shooting out of the right rear taillight.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-02

Also filed under Structure

Service brakes

8% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Exterior lighting

5% · 5 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owned a 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, she detected a smoke odor inside the vehicle and pulled over. The contact saw that there was smoke coming from the trunk before the vehicle caught on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-19

THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS AN INADVERTENT DUPLICATE OF ODI# 11425551*DJR The contact owned a 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 350.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-19

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2016-10-18Air bags16V081000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016.

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  2. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  3. R
    2022-06-30Service brakes, hydraulic22V315000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

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  4. R
    2024-05-24Service brakes, hydraulic24V298000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Mercedes Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 40 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V081000 · Air bags
  • Recall 22V315000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Mercedes Benz ML350 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 2009 Mercedes Benz ML350?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes Benz ML350 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.