Model year guide

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined15 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 recalls 1

Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Arm NHTSA Campaign #01V290000 · 10/09/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LEFT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFIED STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 29, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,500
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,500
Fuel only$27,500
Per mile$0.37

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
182.7 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
70.1 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
4,784 lb
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 trims & engines on record

Trims
ML320
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl 215 hp

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 vehicles on record

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 ML3204JGAB54E12A290422

Other Mercedes-benz ml320 model years

2009 2008 2001 1999

2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 get?

The 2002 Mercedes-benz ml320 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (14 city / 17 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.