There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Wheels › Rim — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 83,633 miles · reported Nov 18, 2013
The car exudes a very strong smell of gasoline. The gasoline odor is so strong that I can no longer park the car in the garage of our house as the fumes are so overpowering they seep into the home living areas and cannot be tolerated (Breathing). Overall, the gas fumes are strong enough that I do fear that something external (Cooking, water heater pilot light) could possibly cause spontaneous fume ignition/fire.
Seats · at 66,860 miles · reported Sep 14, 2013
I started the car and turned on the drivers side heated seat. I pulled out of my driveway and was driving down my street when I started to smell something burning. At first I thought it was coming from the engine so I immediately pulled over and checked the engine compartment. I didn't see anything so I got back in my car and started to drive again. The odor kept getting stronger and now the left side of my drivers side seat started to get really hot and then I felt a burning sensation on my back. I stopped my car and jumped out to see a small hole about the size of a nickel melting and a…
Wheels · at 6,000 miles · reported May 18, 2010
The contact owns a 2008 mercedes e class with 18 inch rims. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH over a pothole, the tire immediately developed a blister on it. The dealer stated that three of the rims needed to be replaced since they were out of round. The dealer replaced one tire, two front rims, one rear rim and performed an alignment. The failure did not persist but the contact was concerned that the failure would recur. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000 and the current mileage was 18,000.
Wheels · at 15,000 miles · reported Jul 10, 2009
Many mercedes benz customers experience premature tire failure. Mercedes says it is due to road conditions. It is a new problem with new mercedes e series cars. A person wrote "have been in the tire & wheel business for over 15 years and have seen this problem many times. Mostly with after market wheels where the standard wheel sizes reach all the way up to 26-inch diameters. It has nothing to do with a defective wheel or tire. Mercedes benz has decided to install larger wheels on their vehicles so that the vehicle has a larger footprint to improve handling and to improve the appearance of the…
Power Train · at 38,000 miles · reported Apr 21, 2009
The contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz e350. While driving 76 MPH, the vehicle would not accelerate and would brake without the brake pedal being depressed. The vehicle was towed to the nearest dealer and they stated that the transmission failed. The repair details or cost were unknown. The manufacturer stated that they would conduct an investigation. The current and failure mileages were approximately 38,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class?
Owners report wheels problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.