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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
2
Complaints
38
Latest campaign
Apr 26, 2024

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic22Apr 26, 2024
24V29800022V315000

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
2Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Apr 26, 2024Latest campaign
Apr 26, 202424V298000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum

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

Do not drive until repaired
DetailsHide details for campaign 24V298000
What's wrong
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
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.
Filed under
R350
Campaign
NHTSA 24V298000 · Apr 26, 2024
May 9, 202222V315000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum

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

Do not drive until repaired
DetailsHide details for campaign 22V315000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Filed under
R350, R550
Campaign
NHTSA 22V315000 · May 9, 2022

Merged from NHTSA model names: R350, R550. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component38

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
38Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Suspension1334000
Steering1129000
Service brakes718000
Engine616000
Electrical system513000
Hydraulic25000
Unknown or other25000
Fuel/propulsion system25000
Air bags25000
Electronic stability control (ESC)13000
Exterior lighting13000
Seat belts13000
Latches/locks/linkages13000
Power train13000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Service brakes

    “The brake fluid lines are corroding much faster than in other models, and without actual corrosion under the car.”

    Filed 07/09/2025 · ODI 11672152
  • Service brakes

    “The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz R320. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.”

    Filed 10/26/2022 · ODI 11490951
  • Service brakes

    “The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.”

    Filed 09/06/2022 · ODI 11483064

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class. The most recent, 24V298000 (reported April 26, 2024), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 2 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class?

Suspension is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 38 filed with NHTSA (34%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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