2008 Mercedes-Benz ML Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

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

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your ML?

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

2008 Mercedes-Benz ML recalls

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 ML problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Trailer Hitches1
Engine1

What owners report

2013-08-07, Engine
CARS STALLS WHILE DRIVING. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. CARS DOES NOT START, LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING IT. *TR
2009-08-07, Trailer Hitches
JP MERCEDES BENZ IN PERU IL REPAIRS ML + GL TRAILER HITCHES ROUTINELY WITH A TOO SMALL WELDER + NON CERTIFIED PERSONNEL PERFORMING THE WELDING. THEY EXHIBIT TOTAL DISREGARD FOR THE SAFETY OF THEIR CUSTOMER AND ANYONE FOLLOWING ONE OF THESE "REPAIRED" VEHICLES.I HAVE PERSONALLY WITNESSED THIS. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT THE SERVICE MANAGER + ASK HIM TO PRODUCE THE NAME OF THE "CERTIFIED" WELDER WHO PERFORMS THESE BLATANTLY INFERIOR REPAIRS AS THIS WILL CONTINUE INDEFINITELY UNTIL SOMEONE EXPOSES THIS DEALERSHIP AS THE PERPETRATORS OF REPAIR FRAUD THAT THEY ARE. THEIR PHONE # IS 815-223-7000. *TR

2008 Mercedes-Benz ML questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML: 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 ML?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Trailer Hitches (1), Engine (1).

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