repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2008 Mercedes-Benz E550Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-874 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 7, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Fuel/propulsion system
3Fuel system, gasoline1 crash/fire/injury
2Wheels
1Engine and engine cooling
1Vehicle speed control
1Visibility
1Visibility/wiper
1Suspension
1Power train
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2008 Mercedes-Benz E550 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.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 E550 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 E550 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leakage From The Fuel TankNo recall
In owners' words
What E550 owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The seal that connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel tank has failed, allowing fuel to leak onto the top of the tank when it’s filled. This creates a serious risk of fire or explosion. Unfortunately, Mercedes does not offer a remedy unless you pay a prohibitively high fee.
I filled the vehicle up with gas and it started smelling very strong of gas for the next two weeks and I discovered gas underneath the driver's rear seat... I cleaned up the gas but continued to smell strong fuel Vapors and I'm just below three quarters of a tank the 15-year warranty is over. The…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ E550. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED INACCURATE FUEL LEVELS AND A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE EXHAUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF AUSTIN (6757 AIRPORT BLVD, AUSTIN, TX) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT…
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