2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your GL?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL recalls

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System

Recall 08V682Dec 19, 2008577 vehicles affected

Trailer Hitches

Recall 08V242Jun 2, 200852,740 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel

Recall 08V006Jan 9, 20089,004 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires1

What owners report

2008-01-30, Tires
THE CONTINENTAL 275/55VR19 4X4 CONTACT EXTRA COST TIRES FURNISHED WITH MY 2008 M-B GL320 CDI HAVE A STRONG TENDENCY TO HYDROPLANE UNEXPECTEDLY, DANGEROUSLY AND AT LOW SPEEDS IN VERY SHALLOW WATER (WEAR GROOVES IN I-5 FREEWAY @ 55 MPH OR LESS). VIRTUALLY THE SAME CAR, (2007 M-B GL320 CDI) WITH STOCK MICHELIN LATITUDE 265/60HR18 TIRES NEVER DID HYDROPLANE EVEN IN HEAVY RAIN @ 70 MPH. THIS ATTRIBUTE IS UNSAFE, COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL, ACCIDENT AND INJURY, AND IS AVOIDABLE BY FITTING A PROPER TIRE. *TR

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL: Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System; Trailer Hitches; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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.

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