CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 166 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 6 fires, 16 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (49 reports).
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320.
Most common 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 problems
Problem areas named in the 166 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 49 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 15 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
What owners report
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 accidents were almost caused by this incident. This safety feature is now a safety hazard. This should never ever happen. This I'd comparable to an airbag suddenly deploying while driving. An absolutely terrifying experience. The bas fct light came on which is how I learned of the brake assist system. This problem is repeatable because it happened 2 more times as I had to get my vehicle home
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 RESEARCH AND FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL.
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 TANK TO DROP ONTO THE ROADWAY WITHOUT PRIOR SYMPTOMS OR WARNING. THE CORROSION AT THE CRITICAL FASTING POINTS IS NOT OBVIOUS WITH ROUTINE INSPECTION. WITH MANY OF THESE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM 1998 THROUGH 2005 STILL ON THE ROAD TODAY, OWNERS SHOULD BE MADE AWARE OF THIS POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE.
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 questions
Does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (49), Engine And Engine Cooling (30), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 has been fixed?
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