2001 Mercedes Benz ML320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML320 years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320. That ranks 2nd out of 13 ML320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electronic stability control (esc) (33 complaints, 24%), typically at around 109,470 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 7 fires, 8 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 136owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 33 | 24% | 109,470 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 26 | 19% | 132,425 | — | — |
| Steering | 25 | 18% | 60,013 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 14% | 92,970 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 16 | 12% | 52,025 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 12% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 6% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 5% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 4 | 3% | 74,725 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 3% | 52,025 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2% | 65,546 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 2% | 51,013 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 2% | 48,320 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 2% | 83,208 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | 94,527 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 2% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | 200,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 191,371 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 1% | 15 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 1% | 86,013 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 2 | 1% | 108,985 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 1% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1% | 182,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | 10,179 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Mercedes Benz ML320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 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.
- 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 failed component is the YAW rate sensor, original part number [redacted] (ATE part number 10.0980-0454.2), manufactured by ATE. I have experienced multiple incidents of sudden, unintended braking at highway speeds. These events occurred without warning and created an immediate and significant…
The contact owns a 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320. The contact stated that the front passengerâs door failed to open more than 6 inches. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
The contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320. The contact stated that when they entered their vehicle and turned it on, the vehicle's passenger front door air bag made a sudden boom sound and then deployed. The contact stated that there were no warning lights. The contact had not taken the vehicle…
Air bag off, pedal control sistem is in recall from march 31 2011, smoke pass belong to nissan mendoza auto group sold this car in ca car in recall don't pass smoke, they said yes...pass, please investigation
Ecm is malfunctioning and not controlling fuel injection and giving random misfire on cylinders 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Causing check engine light to come on . Codes 0300, 0302,0303,0304,0305,0306.
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 | 136 | 0 |
| 2000 ML320 | 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 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320?
Owners most often report electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, steering problems. The top one, electronic stability control (esc), accounts for 33 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.