The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V615000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure with the vehicle; however, a mechanic was sent to the home to examine the vehicle and deemed the vehicle unsafe to operate. Parts distribution disconnect.
The worst 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 problems
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- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is 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.
Recall number 24V298000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is 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.
Recall number 22V315000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 28
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- The sliding sunroof glass panel of the panoramic roof reverses during the closing process, either once or...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
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Questions about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63, fewer than a typical AMG ML63 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 24V298000, 22V315000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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