2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 101 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 64 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 52 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
66% of complaints: air bags — 67 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL
NHTSA ODI report, 20171111
WHEN MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ON CITY ROAD, APROX 25MPH THE PASSENGER HEADREST SRS SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND SPRUNG OPEN HITTING PASSENGER IN BACK OF HEAD CAUSING NECK INJURY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120424
10% of complaints: seat belts — 10 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. INSTEAD OF BLOWING A FUSE , FUSE HOUSING MELTED FROM FIRE AND HEAT REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE HOUSING WITH ALL FUSES AND RELAYS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140408
5% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Before the incident my Mercedes started to pull away from me each time I attempted to press the brakes. At times the when I would press the brakes nothing would happen at all as if I wasnât pressing them at all.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240425
On February 18, 2022 at approximately 2240 hours I was in a wreck which totalled my 2010 Mercedes ML-350.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220906
5% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. INSTEAD OF BLOWING A FUSE , FUSE HOUSING MELTED FROM FIRE AND HEAT REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE HOUSING WITH ALL FUSES AND RELAYS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140408
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 16V081000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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.
Campaign 22V315000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V298000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (67 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V081000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V315000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V298000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.