1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML320 years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320. That ranks 4th out of 13 ML320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (35 complaints, 28%), typically at around 72,730 miles. Complaints mention 14 crashes, 2 fires, 12 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 125owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 14complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 28% | 72,730 | — | — |
| Steering | 29 | 23% | 63,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 19 | 15% | 72,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 9% | 64,225 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 6% | 81,781 | — | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 6% | 50,600 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 5% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 4% | 95,540 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 4% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 4% | 91,768 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2% | 1 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 212,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine crankshaft pulley failure (PE03058) — opened Dec 17, 2003, closed Apr 22, 2004.
- Power steering hose assembly leakage (PE03006) — opened Feb 13, 2003, closed Apr 4, 2003, led to recall 03V121000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and other various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that she refilled the power steering reservoir several times and noted that there was a stain underneath her…
There was a recall on the steering on my 1999 Mercedes Benz . The Manufacturer said its closed . The steering is leaking and hard to drive and I fear the power steering pump will go out while I am driving the Vehicle. I fear for my safety. How can I get this recall opened and my vehicle fixed .
I was in an accident a week ago my airbags did not deploy under serious impacts my car rolled serveral times before comming to a stop on its side not one airbag went off also there was a warning light lit up about the bas system and some other malfunction the two warning lights never went off they…
The yaw rate sensor is causing the car to unintended breaking. It started the breaking since i purchased the car in june, however over a week ago the actual car will break while im drive and bring the car to a complete stop and will not go until i cut the car completely off and let it sit for about…
Driving at highway speed 65mph, the ml320 slammed on the front right side break causing truck to swerve right nearly out of control. When stopping and checking the front right tire, hub and brake pad were smoking and very hot
Other Mercedes Benz ML320 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 ML320 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 ML320 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 ML320 | 28 | 3 |
| 2008 ML320 | 21 | 2 |
| 2007 ML320 | 16 | 2 |
| 2006 ML320 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 ML320 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 ML320 | 22 | 0 |
| 2002 ML320 | 88 | 1 |
| 2001 ML320 | 136 | 0 |
| 2000 ML320 | 166 | 0 |
| 1999 | 125 | 0 |
| 1998 ML320 | 133 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, steering, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 35 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ML320 model years, the 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.