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2008 Mercedes-Benz R350 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350, most often about the suspension (34% of complaints, typically around 90,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about R350 model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory2 recalls for this car came with a do-not-drive warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350 problems
Suspension
12 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles.
1. Air suspension bag rt side needed replaced. Car was setting low and leaning to right rear- while this was in for repair had mechanic check recent "check engine " light code came up with very serious and expensive issue: 2.balance shaft gear defective apparently mercedes has been aware of this problem, class action…
The contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz R350. The contact stated that the vehicle was inclining on the passenger side. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,513.
Steering
10 complaints · 29%Half of these problems showed up before 92,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz R350. The contact stated that when turning in either direction, the steering wheel would seize and become difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to an authorized repair shop where the vehicle was diagnosed as having a hydraulic power steering failure. The vehicle was not…
Car occasionally difficult to steer after driving for distance in mountains. Fluid levels appear to be ok but passerby's tell me they can hear steering noise that I do not hear inside when driving. I saw that there is recall for this vehicle and steering rack pin- wondering if my vehicle is part of recall to be…
Brakes
6 complaints · 17%Electrical
5 complaints · 14%This vehicle has a balance shaft and intake manifold issue as well as a air suspension problem. Both problems are a manufacture defect that is common in other mb R350 vehicles. Mb accepts that this vehicle model have a conglomerate of problems and is not taking responsibility to create a recall. This vehicle is always…
Electrical wiring around headlamps is crumbling and exposing large lengths of bare wires, with up to about 6" of copper wiring exposed in the engine compartment. I replaced a burned out halogen headlamp in june, the other one in august, and the first one went out again about a week ago (and this rate of headlamp…
Engine
5 complaints · 14%This vehicle has a balance shaft and intake manifold issue as well as a air suspension problem. Both problems are a manufacture defect that is common in other mb R350 vehicles. Mb accepts that this vehicle model have a conglomerate of problems and is not taking responsibility to create a recall. This vehicle is always…
1. Air suspension bag rt side needed replaced. Car was setting low and leaning to right rear- while this was in for repair had mechanic check recent "check engine " light code came up with very serious and expensive issue: 2.balance shaft gear defective apparently mercedes has been aware of this problem, class action…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Mercedes-Benz R350 recalls
Brakes: vacuum
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: vacuum
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 june 30, 2022. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
Full defect summary
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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: suspension (12 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles); steering (10 complaints, typically around 92,500 miles); brakes (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 26, 2024 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Mercedes-Benz R350?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about R350 model year since 2000, with 35 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.