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2008 Mercedes-Benz EProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E, most often about the vehicle speed control. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints73 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage0kVehicle speed control, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 25, 2009. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has problems

7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Vehicle speed control21
Air bags11
Fuel system, other10
Power train10
Suspension10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2008 Mercedes-Benz E recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Electrical system

Recall 08V-303 · Jul 7, 2008 · 404 vehicles

Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.

Best & worst years

2008 vs. every other E year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the E median. How we score

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In owners' words

What E owners report

Recent vehicle speed control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

BAD PLACEMENT OF CRUISE CONTROL STALK ON 2008 MERCEDES BENZ E CLASS. IT CAN BE CONFUSED WITH THE TURN SIGNAL STALK. I HAVE TURNED ON THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN I MEANT TO ACTIVATE THE TURN STALK. *TR
Complaint 10226751 · May 5, 2008 · 6 miles
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO SPEAK WITH…
Complaint 10215351 · Jan 18, 2008 · 63 miles

Own a 2008 E?

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