1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 6%of 125 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the visibility of the 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320, 6% of the 125 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,600 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Sun roof parts failed, wind deflector components failed while moon roof was being opened. When I tried to close the roof, it would not do so until I removed the bent part along with deflector. This is actually the second issue with this roof. It was taken to the dealer when new to get the height adjusted with roof line.”
NHTSA complaint #10048826, filed 2003-11, 65,000 miles“Continuing problems with power steering. Taken to the dealer for inquiry over 3 years ago; no resolution presented. Problems have persisted and gotten progressively worse. Only when researching, was I made aware of the recall. No notification from manufacture or dealer. Substantial costs incurred and vehicle continues to leak after numerous repairs. Moonroof unable to close 100% - taken to dealership. Advised the problem was seen routinely with this particular moonroof. Advised to fore-go repair due to cost. …”
NHTSA complaint #10389979, filed 2011-03, 120,000 miles“Driver's side power window stuck or stopped while operating. The consumer was informed by the dealer that all four window clusters had to be replaced to correct the problem. Also, lost of power steering fluid. Fluid was leaking from the hoses/clamps and connectors. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. The manufacturer was aware of the problem but did not notify the owners. The consumer was informed by an independent shop.”
NHTSA complaint #10041985, filed 2003-10, 36,200 miles“I own a 1999 mercedes benz ML320. I was in driving in I-5 north from lake oswego to portland, oregon. With my wife and my sister-in-law and her daughter with a friend, it started to rain and it started to become foggy. When I tried to turn on the defrost, the nose came on but no air came out. This made me have zero visibility and it put us in grave danger when I had to wipe the whole windshield with my hands. The next day we went to mercedes benz dealership and got the problem fixed, but there might be others who have this problem and they won't be as lucky as we were. …”
NHTSA complaint #10174030, filed 2006-11Related service bulletins
- 10167577Jul 23, 2013Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
35 complaintsSteering
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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