MYRModel Year Report

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350

◆ Worse than typical
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:41:04.249Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
111
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

53% of complaints

Complaints per year

2010: 101 complaints 2010 2011: 111 complaints 2011 111 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 57 complaints 2013 2014: 68 complaints 2014 2015: 52 complaints 2015
2010: 101 complaints 2010 2011: 111 complaints 2011 111 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 57 complaints 2013 2014: 68 complaints 2014 2015: 52 complaints 2015
2010: 101 complaints 2010 2011: 111 complaints 2011 111 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 57 complaints 2013 2014: 68 complaints 2014 2015: 52 complaints 2015

2011: 111 complaints

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YearComplaints
2010101
2011111
201265
201357
201468
201552

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

53% · 59 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V081000 (Air bags).

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-15

Also filed under Service brakes and vehicle speed control

Service brakes

18% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
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The contact owned a 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree. The air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-04

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Electrical system

14% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing switch.

CRASHFIRE

Engine

6% · 7 reports
CRASH
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an Exhaust recycle hose cracked; causing cabin to fill with carbon dioxide. Driver, (me) became disorented.. ran off right shoulder, ran into center divider cement, before rearending truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-12

The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60–65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle started sliding. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Power train

6% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl).

CRASHINJURY
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With the gear selector in park and the passenger side front seat occupied, the vehicle rolled backwards from a 4.4 percent grade and overturned as it proceeded downhill.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-06

The car was on an incline in my driveway. It has the transmission shift lever on the column, and I had been backing down the driveway. I stopped placed the car in park and got out with the engine running to move something.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-13

Also filed under Structure

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2011Complaint volume 111 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. 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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    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

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 59 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 16 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 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.