7.7

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,091 miles

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problem #11

Dec 192003

(reported on)

ML320

  • Automatic transmission
  • 67,000 miles
While rolling up the driver side front window it shattered.

- Princeton, NJ, USA

problem #10

Jul 281999

ML320 4WD

  • miles
My 1998 mlk 320 is going into the shop for the tenth time in 31 months, and the only reason it hasn't been in more often is I live 30 miles from the dealer. The car has been a nightmare. The problems are numerous; many have never been successfully repaired. The main problem that started not long after I purchased the car (new) is, when I start it the car dies. I have to repeat the process and eventually the car will start. There are also a myriad of small, continuous problems; windows that won't go up, locks that lock and unlock on their own, plastic parts that have fallen off. It has is awful. It makes my 95 Ford Ranger truck seem like a dream auto.

- South Colby, WA, USA

problem #9

Aug 182000

(reported on)

ML320

  • miles
The electric window switch failed to operate and the window remained open in 20 degree weather. Nlm

- Melville, NY, USA

problem #8

Nov 011997

ML320 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Keyless entry kit failed.

- Laguna Nig, CA, USA

problem #7

Feb 011999

(reported on)

ML320

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Remote malfunctioned.

- South Pasa, CA, USA

problem #6

Feb 011999

(reported on)

ML320 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Remote key out of order.

- Laguna Bea, CA, USA

problem #5

Feb 011998

ML320 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Remote key failed.

- Newport Be, CA, USA

problem #4

Apr 021998

ML320

  • miles
Rear windows goe down on their own. Also, when consumer gets out of the vehicle all the doors will automatically lock, and the alarm system will go off.

- Western Connecticut, CT, USA

problem #3

Sep 011998

ML320 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Power windows failed.

- Topanga, CA, USA

problem #2

Dec 041997

ML320

  • miles
The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission/motor/ power windows/ door handles and panels, and suspension system. Consumer has been experiencing these problems ever since vehicle was purchased. The manufacturer has been contacted.

- Los Angelos, CA, USA

problem #1

Aug 251998

ML320 4WD

  • miles
Poor fitting doors, causing excessive wind noise.automatic windows failed/squeaking ABS brakes/noisy windshield wiper motor.

- Dunwoody, GA, USA