2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500 recalls and problems

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500 has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

Do not drive warning. NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive affected vehicles until the recall repair is done. Affected campaign: 24V298000.

How the 2008 compares

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1recalls

0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

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1 recall

Service Brakes

Apr 26, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V298000 · 15,604 vehicles

Do not drive

Problem: 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.

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

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2008 vs. other Mercedes-Benz ML500 years

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Questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500, the latest from Apr 26, 2024 (service brakes). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500.

Is it safe to drive the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML500?

1 recall for this model year carries a "Do Not Drive" advisory. Only vehicles with the recall open are affected — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.