2008 Mercedes Benz ML350
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 67
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Steering
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
39% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 67 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 172 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 93 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
39% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing rack and pinion and hydraulic power assist system.
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NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-17
Also filed under Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked steering fluid, which made the steering wheel difficult to turn while driving 45 MPH or above.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-07
Electrical system
19% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Brake light went out. Two days later the battery caused a fire inside of vehicle while vehicle was stationary. Keys were not in the ignition at the…
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-04
Service brakes
12% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Structure
10% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing hatchback/liftgate and body.
Exterior lighting
10% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing tail lights and headlights.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-06-30Service brakes, hydraulic22V315000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2024-05-24Service brakes, hydraulic24V298000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V315000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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- Is the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 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 ML350?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.