Mercedes-benz Ml550 2008
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550.
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD .
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Premium | |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 13 MPG | 18 MPG | 592.46 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - Ml550 4matic -
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550?
- The 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 13 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 18 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550 is $4450.
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Are there recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Ml550, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ml550 4matic
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.5 Transmission Automatic 7-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -12500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.5 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Vehicle record id 24677 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 41 Model name (carline) Ml550 4matic Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 107 Transmission Automatic 7-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.3 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 24.6 EPA vehicle size class Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -12500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- LI91.18-P-077075 - SEATS: Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.G. Seat bel
- RecallUpdate - AIR BAGS: Recall campaign announcement for takata driver airbags.
- LI8330P0496447 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: No cooling output, fault code 9006 stored in air conditioning control unit.
- LI8270P055572 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
- LI8210P0647661 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Headlamps fogged.
- LI77.21-P-072113 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Creaking noise from fixed glass section of panoramic roof in area of rear passenger compartment grab handles
- LI68.20-P-070037 - EQUIPMENT: Armrest in center console (front) only opens on one side or not at all - model series 167
- LI82.10-P-064766 - LIGHTING (PWS): Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
- NCU - HVAC Warra - EQUIPMENT: To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
- S-B-67.00-29 - VISIBILITY: Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to operate correctly.
- P-B-54.10-225d - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: If it is necessary to replace an hv battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis sheet for transportability of high-voltage batteries form? Accompanied by: , the removed part, the quick test printout, the bms co
- LI82.95-P-056655 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
- LI82.85-P-055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The comand unit does not start or the comand display remains dark. The comand unit cannot be operated. Note: the problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
- LI82.10-P-054588 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Xenon burner inoperative or flickers
- S-SC- 2013090008 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service campaign has been initiated because daimler ag (dag), the manufacturer of mercedes-benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized mercedes-benz deal
- LI49.20-P-056353 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20be1b and/or 20bd1b (the heating element of the adblue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the blue-tec control unit.
- LI49.20-P-056353 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20be1b and/or 20bd1b (the heating element of the adblue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the blue-tec control unit.
- LI46.15-P-058505 - STEERING: Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
- LI32.20-P-057942 - SUSPENSION: Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road.
- LI14.20-P-052079 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - fault code entry (fc) 14a600 or 14a700
- GI88.40-P-057430 - EQUIPMENT: Message in instrument cluster "distronic pluscurrently unavailable - see owner's manual"
- C1A140101 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: This customer 1 action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the verizon
- LI91.25-P-059380 - SEATS: Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
- LI91.10-P-050164 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Noises from the mounting of the rear weight sensing system (wss) sensors
- LI67.30-P-052837 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing.
- LI35 30-P-058566 - POWER TRAIN: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
- LI05 20-P-067123 - ENGINE (PWS): Oil in engine wiring harness
- LI07.08-P-060993 - ENGINE (PWS): Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
- LI46-20P-055943 - STEERING: Xentry (mercedes): rattling noise coming from the area of the steering column tube system, when driving over rough road and when accelerating or braking, there would be cracking noises. Models 164, 251. No model years listed. *pe
- LI-88-70 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL: Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences. *rm
- LI-80-57 - STEERING: Mercedes-benz: diagnostic procedures for the driver authorization system. *rm
- LI-68-50 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Mercedes-benz: the load compartment roller blind has catch bolts loose or broken from improper force when using. *rm
- SB-32-25-82 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm
- LI91-22-P-048771 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY: Mercedes: the electrically folding 3rd seat row makes noises while folding up and down, or the folding function does not work at all. A warning message about locking the 3rd seat row may also appear in the display. *pe
- P-049567 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). Fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. In addition fault code fc 9061 and/or fc 9062 is stored in the front sa
- LI-72-00-P - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Xentry: outside door handle no longer returns to end position. Due to a bent pin in the dynamic balancer, the support spring of the bearing bracket can slide out of place or become unhooked. Models 164, 251, 166, 204, 212. No model years
- LI-58-40 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. Models 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, and 403. No model years li
- TB-P-047927 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Mercedes: following fault codes are entered in the control unit and displayed-fc5320 drain valve:open circuit or insufficient valve current in models series 211, 219; fc5260 drain valve open circuit or insufficient valve current in model 2
- SB-47-20-56 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY: Mercedes: ensuring unobstructed movement for the fuel level sensor. When installing the left or right fuel level sensor, it is essential for it to have unrestricted, unobstructed movement. *pe
- TSB-42-10-109 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. Once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an
- TSB-2009020004 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mercedes: it has been determined that the tele aid may not function properly as a result of a hardware fault in the tele aid control module. If this condition exists an instrument cluster message of no service and tele aid inoperable will
- SB-32-22-78 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. Models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. Included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. Model years unknown. *pe updated 9/18/09.
- TB-83-10-112B - STRUCTURE:BODY: Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. Caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water box when water is used when engine compartment is cleane
- TB-46-10-32 - STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR: Mercedes: groaning or dull, heavy cracking noises from steering shaft area. When turning steering wheel or moving off or braking. This may be emanating from the bearing and housing of upper steering shaft (firewall pivot point) or steering
- TB-46-10-39C - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Mercedes: chrome plating peeling on decorative caps on the steering wheel spokes, this is due to less than optimal adhesion between chrome plating and base material. Models 164 and 251. Model years unknown. *pe
- SB-2008110009 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Mercedes: update rear sam software. The opening and closing of tailgate with key remote, while the vehicle is locked, may cause the battery to drain due to incorrect rear sam rest current logic. Models 164, 164.8, and 251. Model year 20
- TB-82-10-632 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Mercedes: stop/tail light not illuminating with dtcs 9102, 9103, 9106, 9107, 9126, 9127 or 9136. (vehicles without led tail lamps) *pe updated 5/13/09. *pe updated 4/20/11. Repair does not apply to led tail lamps. *pe
- SB-2008080001 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Mercedes: check air suspension compressor and replace if necessary. Insufficient air pressure in the air suspension system may result from damage to the pressure disk in the air suspension compressor. *pe
- 200-804-0003 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Mercedes benz: recode engine type in assyst (maintenance system) control module. The assyst system may not have been coded correctly. As a result, the low oil level light may not illuminate in the instrument cluster in cases of low oil l
- TB-46-20-61 - STEERING: Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on all model 164 and 251 vehicles. Model years unknown. *pe
- TB 83 10 112 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Water entry into vehicle interior for all model 164 vehicles. *pe
- 2007110001 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Models ml350, ml500, ml63, ml320, ml550, gl450, gl320, gl550, r350, r500, r63, r320 - model year 2008 -- update engine control module software -- check transmission control module software and update if necessary. *nj
- 033008 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Check engine light on / fault codes fC1200 / fC1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. Mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, and sl550. Equipped with m272 engine or m273 engine. *nj
- 462046 - STEERING:RACK AND PINION: Play in the rack and pinion steering system. Models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. Mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20210412 |
Smells badly for gas in cabin and outside
| No | No | N | None | None | 20210303 |
This vehicle has major problem with rear sam and seat no power. Ever since this ml was made 10 car i had was bought sam and no power to the seat front
| No | No | N | None | None | 20210302 |
This vehicle has major problem with rear sam and seat no power. Ever since this ml was made 10 car i had was bought sam and no power to the seat front
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200505 |
Since i purchased the car, the suspension has been a major issue. When the suspension is faulty, sometimes the car is stuck down- not allowing the car to rise so whenever i drive through a speed bump, my car scrumps/scratches the bump. I have to fix it twice or more every year and it is quite frustrating. I would appreciate investigation into this as this is causing financial strain on me and my family. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200504 |
Since i purchased the car, the suspension has been a major issue. When the suspension is faulty, sometimes the car is stuck down- not allowing the car to rise so whenever i drive through a speed bump, my car scrumps/scratches the bump. I have to fix it twice or more every year and it is quite frustrating. I would appreciate investigation into this as this is causing financial strain on me and my family. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20170421 |
My power steering pin broke and there was a recall on this same exact thing and my vehicle was not covered
| No | No | N | None | None | 20160216 |
Nhtsa 08v682000 defect in power steering oil pressure driving pin. The nhtsa should reevaluate accepting mercedes benz underestimating of the amount of vehicles that were effected by this recall. There are still vehicles that are loosing power steering pressure due to the driving pin that is used to control power steering oil pressure being defective and this is a major safety issue that could result in deaths and accidents. The pin breaks during normal vehicle turning so the steering assist will no longer operate effectively it also causes other damage to the vehicle as a result of the hard steering defect as a result of the pin breaking. When driving cold the vehicle has power steering available, when warm vehicle looses power steering, fluid is circulating in power steering pump and pressure checks fine. As a result due to hard steering leaks develop due to power steering pressures variances in the steering system over time a fire and other potential problems can arise. There is also a popping sound felt in the steering wheel not due to tie rods.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20140805 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz ml550. While driving approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and force was applied. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was diagnosed however, not repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v682000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20140316 |
Left and right rear seat belts will not retract.. Once pulled out, they do not retract.. Looking on mercedes forums, this seems like a very common safety problem that mercedes fails to address.. *tr