1999 Mercedes Benz ML430
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1999 | 44 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 44 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
11% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
LN LATE AUGUST, THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD OF A 1999 MERCEDES BENZML430. CAR WAS DELIVERED TO THE DEALER TO REMEDY THIS PROBLEM. AFTER SEVERAL WEEKS AND TESTS, MERCEDES BENZ DECIDED TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041129
I HAD JUST FILLED VEHICLE AND BOAT BEING TOWED WITH GAS AND WAS CROSSING 4-LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY TO ENTER HIGHWAY. UPON COMPLETION OF TURN ONTO HIGHWAY I STEPPED ON THE GAS TO GAIN NORMAL SPEED AND NOT IMPEED THE NOW APPROACHING STREAM OF TRAFFIC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010827
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
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DECEMBER 11, 2013 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK MY BENZ QUIT ON ME IN THE ROAD WOULD NOT START BACK (MY HOME IS WITHIN 2 MILES OF MY WORK) THE DAY BEFORE IT HAD QUIT AS I WAS MAKING A TURN BUT RESTARTED A COUPLE OF DAYS PRIOR I HAD THE CAR WARMING...
NHTSA ODI report, 20131231
7% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE
BRAKE LINE CHAFE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Mercedes Benz ML430 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430 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 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430 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.