2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML350 years
- About as many complaints as other years 7th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350. That ranks 7th out of 14 ML350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (24 complaints, 36%), typically at around 59,242 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 67owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 24 | 36% | 59,242 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 13 | 19% | 107,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 10% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 10% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 6% | 56,215 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 6% | 58,800 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 4% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 4% | 68,250 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 4% | 104,100 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 4% | 82,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% | 58,800 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 2,300 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 16,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuumDo not drive
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuumDo not drive
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
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.
See attached document for complaint
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for servicing, he was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
Other Mercedes Benz ML350 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 ML350 | 52 | 5 |
| 2014 ML350 | 68 | 4 |
| 2013 ML350 | 56 | 4 |
| 2012 ML350 | 65 | 3 |
| 2011 ML350 | 111 | 3 |
| 2010 ML350 | 101 | 3 |
| 2009 ML350 | 93 | 3 |
| 2008 | 67 | 2 |
| 2007 ML350 | 83 | 2 |
| 2006 ML350 | 172 | 2 |
| 2005 ML350 | 23 | 0 |
| 2004 ML350 | 35 | 0 |
| 2003 ML350 | 25 | 0 |
| 2001 ML350 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 24 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350?
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 ML350 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ML350 model years, the 2008 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.