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2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

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Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other Ml500 years?

Ml500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted49 complaints2002: 33 complaints2003: 19 complaints2004: 26 complaints2005: 3 complaints2006: 49 complaints2007: 11 complaints2008: 0 complaints2011: 1 complaints
Ml500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V298000BrakesApril 26, 2024 · 15,604 units

Defect

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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

Consequence

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.

2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 — common questions

Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz Ml500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ml500 years to avoid are 2006, 2002. The cleanest record among Ml500 years belongs to 2008.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.