MYRModel Year Report

2008 Mercedes Benz E

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2008 Mercedes Benz E
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:24:58.013Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz E Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1994: 1 complaints 1994 2004: 2 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2008: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19941
20042
20055
20061
20072
20087
20092
20101
201110
20120

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20080505

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080118

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080204 — engine and engine cooling

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

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 08V006000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20080830 — electrical system

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 C

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 08V303000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Mercedes Benz E — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V006000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V303000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Mercedes Benz E reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes Benz E?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control:cruise control, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz E have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.