2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML500 years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500. That ranks 4th out of 8 ML500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 38%), typically at around 150,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 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 | 5 | 38% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 23% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 23% | 97,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 23% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 15% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 8% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes-benz ml500. The contact stated that the abs indicator kept randomly illuminating and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle remained…
Engine keeps getting over-heated even after a new engine fan has been replaced. However, after its replacement i took it to two mercedes dealership to re-inspect and make adjustment to their installment of the fan but it keeps getting overheated. I also had a new water coolant tank installed but it…
Loss of power steering driving on the freeway due to sudden break of idler arm pulley and subsequent shredding of belt. Problem is the pulley is made of plastic and cracked in two, leaving 1/2 the pulley and shredding the belt. This occurred at driving speed of 50 mph and mileage around 169,650 on…
Takata recall. Power steering brake issue, power steering hose became detached during vehicle operation, could not steer vehicle. Transmission and radio drain, car cut off on me during driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz ml500. While driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond intermittently. The abs warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage…
Other Mercedes Benz ML500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 ML500 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 ML500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 ML500 | 9 | 2 |
| 2006 ML500 | 37 | 2 |
| 2005 ML500 | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 ML500 | 18 | 0 |
| 2003 | 13 | 0 |
| 2002 ML500 | 27 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, seats problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ML500 model years, the 2003 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.