CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (5 reports).
2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 recalls
Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard
The glass sunroof panel on certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles may not be properly secured, so it can detach while driving.
Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash
The glass sunroof panel on certain vehicles may not be properly secured to the vehicle, so it can come loose and detach while the car is being driven.
Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard
The adhesive bonding the sunroof glass panel to its sliding frame can deteriorate over time.
Most common 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
The panaramic sunroof had gotten stuck open and gears or something are not engaging at times, sounds like motor grinds and the sunroof slips off track and closed unevenly. Will not open back up.
The seal that connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel tank has failed, allowing fuel to leak onto the top of the tank when itâs filled. This creates a serious risk of fire or explosion. Unfortunately, Mercedes does not offer a remedy unless you pay a prohibitively high fee.
I filled the vehicle up with gas and it started smelling very strong of gas for the next two weeks and I discovered gas underneath the driver's rear seat... I cleaned up the gas but continued to smell strong fuel Vapors and I'm just below three quarters of a tank the 15-year warranty is over. The Mercedes dealer says that they can't do anything for free and I feel this is a safety issue that needs to be rectified before someone dies in an explosion... no warning lights showed up but it is a common problem on the E-Class due to a cracked fuel filter housing module.
In the fall of 2021 the car started to received errors related to the ABS control unit that failed preventing 1) antilock braking, control of ESP (limiting poor handling), and cruise control. At the time of the failure, the car only had 31,552 miles and was properly maintained. MB has extended a warranty for several models and years...but even though my 2008 E-Class is not included in the warranty extension, several models (thru 2012) had their warranty extended for 25 years. I have not been able to get a answer why the E-Class after 2006 was excluded. The symptoms and parts diagnosed match the warranty 100%.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ E550. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH HAVEN (620 WASHINGTON AVE, NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473, (203) 239-1313) WHERE THE SUN ROOF WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE RECALL REPAIR WAS COVERED UNDER THE VIN HOWEVER, SHE WAS CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE
2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 questions
Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550: Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard; Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash; Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (5), Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Wheels (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.