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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 171 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 93 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
34% of complaints: steering — 23 distinct reports on file.
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NHTSA ODI report, 20240417
19% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow 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 TIME
NHTSA ODI report, 20180604
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE PARKING MY CAR, GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE TO STRAIGHTEN THE WHEELS, IT SUDDENLY, AUTOMATICALLY ACCELERATED AND HIT A PARKED CAR AND CRASHED INTO A TREE IN A YARD LOCATED ABOUT 12 YARDS OR SO AWAY, SIGNIFICANTLY DAMAGING THE FRONT OF THE CAR,...
NHTSA ODI report, 20131020
IT WAS 6:30 IN THE MORNING AND I WAS PULLING INTO MY GYM'S PARKING LOT. AS I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE, THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090327
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 22V315000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V298000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V315000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V298000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
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 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.