2008 Mercedes Benz E Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E years
- Not enough data 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercedes Benz E. That ranks 2nd out of 9 E model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 35 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Mercedes Benz E problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 29% | 35 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 14% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 14% | 25 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 12,807 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 14% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Mercedes Benz E recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
Fix: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
Risk: When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz 350e. When attempting to accelerate from 35 to 75 mph, the vehicle lost power as if it engaged into the neutral gear. After the failure, the contact noticed that the engine warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to…
Repeated rear suspension air bag failures causing near loss of control of the vehicle. *tr
I have a new 2008 e350 mercedes with continental contipro contact 265/35 r 18.97v tires. At 6000 i noticed a bulge on the sidewall. I was told i hit a bump in the road & it wasn't covered under warranty. Now at 7000 miles i noticed yesterday 2 more bulges on the sidewall of 2 additional tires. I…
When stopping my vehicle , you hear fuel sloshing in the fuel tank. *tr
Bad placement of cruise control stalk on 2008 mercedes benz e class. It can be confused with the turn signal stalk. I have turned on the cruise control when i meant to activate the turn stalk. *tr
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes Benz E?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, air bags, fuel system, other problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercedes Benz E?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Mercedes Benz E a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.