MYRModel Year Report

2008 Mercedes Benz E500

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2008 Mercedes Benz E500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:36:09.321Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 E500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2003: 125 complaints 2003 2004: 142 complaints 2004 2005: 140 complaints 2005 2006: 50 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2008: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
2003125
2004142
2005140
200650
20071
20081
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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WHEN FILLING GAS TANK TO FULL, CAR SMELLS OF GAS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN GARAGE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141015

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Mercedes Benz E500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Mercedes Benz E500 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 E500?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz E500 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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