Mercedes Benz M Class 2008
Model M Class made in 2008 by Mercedes Benz got 4 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to steering. . Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, engine and engine cooling and suspension. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, steering.
Model 2008
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V303000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 02/01/2005 to 04/30/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 404 | 08/30/2008 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 07/07/2008 | 07/09/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. a software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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 fuel delivery as designed. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008 070001.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V682000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 03/03/2008 to 03/20/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 577 | 01/28/2009 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 12/19/2008 | 12/23/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling 577 my 2008 gl-class, m-class, and r-class vehicles. a defect may exist in the driving pin used to control the oil pressure of the power steering. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If a defective driving pin exists in a vehicle and the pin breaks during normal vehicle turning, the normally available hydraulic support function will no longer function and steering wheel operation will be limited. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mercedes-benz will replace the steering gears. the recall began on january 28, 2009. owner may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008120011.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| SB-91-60-193 | 06/11/2010 | 10034306 | Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. with 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset | 11/01/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| LI-05-20-P | 05/31/2011 | 10039256 | Mercedes-benz: the malfunction light is on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. there could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston. *rm | 07/13/2011 | |
| LI-05-20-P | 05/31/2011 | 10039256 | Ready | 07/13/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 05/08/2012 | 46600 | ||
| The power steering rack developed a leak causing the oil pressure to the unit to fail resulting in loss of power steering function. this vehicle dose not have a warning system to alert the driver of this type of failure. a previous safety recall was issued january 2009 (safety recall #2008-120011) for 2008 ml 320's for a defect such as this. however, this particular vehicle was not part of that recall. we feel this part should last the life of the vehicle without failure. | |||