2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500 recalls and problems

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500 has 0 recalls and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2003 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Average complaint count among 7 ML500 model years — 4th most.

0recalls
13complaints
0crashes
2fires
1injuries
111,000median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2005: 1 complaints20052006: 1 complaints20062009: 1 complaints20092011: 1 complaints20112012: 1 complaints20122013: 1 complaints20132014: 2 complaints201422015: 1 complaints20152016: 1 complaints20162017: 1 complaints20172018: 1 complaints20182019: 1 complaints20191

2003 vs. other Mercedes-Benz ML500 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2003. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500 have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (5), electrical system (3), seats (3). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.