2008 Mercedes-Benz S Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Electrical system
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…
Remedy: 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.
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Motor (visibility) and headlights (exterior lighting)
Mercedes-benz is recalling 3,283 my 2008 s-class and cl-class passenger vehicles. A malfunction may occur on the signal acquisition and actuation module-front (sam-f) transistors. The sam-f is a double transistor that helps control vehicle functions and the lighting of the center console. Incorrect storage of the transistors LED the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace all potentially affected sam free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2008. Owner may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (SLK280, SLK350, SLK55 AMG). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 16–20 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 14–18 / 20–25 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Two Seaters |
| Engine | 6/8 cyl, 3/3.5/5.4 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S7); Automatic 7-spd; Manual 6-spd |
Compare Mercedes-Benz S model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Mercedes-Benz S model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz S | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 0 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
How do I know if my 2008 Mercedes-Benz S has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 08V122000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.