MYRModel Year Report

2008 Mercedes Benz M Class

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2008 Mercedes Benz M Class
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:35:31.119Z

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 M Class Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 25 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2008: 1 complaints 2008
2008: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19985
199918
200025
20015
20025
200310
20040
20081

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STEERING

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

THE POWER STEERING RACK DEVELOPED A LEAK CAUSING THE OIL PRESSURE TO THE UNIT TO FAIL RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING FUNCTION. THIS VEHICLE DOSE NOT HAVE A WARNING SYSTEM TO ALERT THE DRIVER OF THIS TYPE OF FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120516

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

R 20090128 — steering

MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING 577 MY 2008 GL-CLASS, M-CLASS, AND R-CLASS VEHICLES. A DEFECT MAY EXIST IN THE DRIVING PIN USED TO CONTROL THE OIL PRESSURE OF THE POWER STEERING.

Remedy: MERCEDES-BENZ WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEARS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 08V682000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Mercedes Benz M Class — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V303000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V682000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Mercedes Benz M Class 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 M Class?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz M Class 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.