2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML320 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 166 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320. That is the most of any ML320 model year in the database (13 years). The most reported problem area is steering (45 complaints, 27%), typically at around 70,000 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 6 fires, 16 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
- 166owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 13complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 45 | 27% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 16% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 20 | 12% | 58,564 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 11% | 113,166 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 9% | 121,006 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 9% | 145,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 14 | 8% | 65,267 | — | — |
| Power Train | 12 | 7% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 6% | 50,276 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 5% | 109,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 5% | 42,770 | — | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 4% | 33,765 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 3% | 40,539 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 3% | 44,064 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 3% | 155,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 2% | 92,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 2% | 124,600 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | 161,165 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 117,513 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1% | 98,550 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 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
- Brake lamp switch failure. (PE10050) — opened Dec 21, 2010, closed May 4, 2011, led to recall 11V208000.
- Electronic stability control malfunction (PE07007) — opened Feb 1, 2007, closed Jul 11, 2007.
- 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.
I was driving full freeway speed when the brake assist system suddenly engaged which slammed on my brakes immediately and sent me skidding all over the freeway trying to maintain control of the vehicle and not crash into anything. All the while the cars behind me had to veer out of the way. Several…
Hard braking suddenly activated without driver input, smoke coming from front wheels. YAW SENSOR malfunction indicated by OBD scanner (checked after incident)
I bought this vehicle from the auction in algona named whitey's public auto auction and that very day i had to put power steering fluid in because there was a leak and it was difficult to turn. I've had the power steering pump replaced and it continues to leak. I got on the internet and started to…
Steering is hard to turn. Over heats and will not keep coolinat down
The method in which a fuel tank is fastened to the vehicle chassis uses a steel strut to support a series of stainless steel straps. The dissimilarity in metals used in fastening the hardware of both combined with exposure to the elements will cause the strut to corrode without warning and the fuel…
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 | 166 | 0 |
| 1999 ML320 | 125 | 0 |
| 1998 ML320 | 133 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320?
Owners most often report steering, engine and engine cooling, electrical system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 45 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2000 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 2000 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.