2005 Mercedes Benz ML320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML320 years
- Not enough data 10th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Mercedes Benz ML320. That ranks 10th out of 13 ML320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 20%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 20% | 290 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 20% | 8,900 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Mercedes Benz ML320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
During accident where ml 320 was broad sided on drivers door, air bags failed to deploy. Driver of other car which struck mercedes admitted to traveling at 35 mph. Furthermore, auto crash notify system failed; these are standard safety features for this vehicle. *nm
Child was on the back seat in a car seat behind the driver's seat. When brakes were applied while driving, the back seat came forward hitting her legs on the front driver's seat.
While driving consumer lost power almost striking a tree. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who discovered that the power steering hose had become disconnected (2006 mercedes benz ml320).*ak *nm
While driving at a low speed transmission failed to shift into first or second gear. Consumer had vehicle towed to dealer.*ak
1)ml350 was purchased w/10miles on friday november 12 that same day the vehicle was shaking when reaching 45 and 75 miles per hour and on november 14, sunday 4 times while stop the vehicle felt as if it was going to shut off. *ak on november 15, monday morning while taking the vehicle to the shop…
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 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 ML320 | 22 | 0 |
| 2002 ML320 | 88 | 1 |
| 2001 ML320 | 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 2005 Mercedes Benz ML320?
Owners most often report air bags, equipment, fuel system, other problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Mercedes Benz ML320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.