2008 MERCEDES-BENZ R550

3 recalls — 0 complaints — 2 TSBs

22V315000 May 9, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
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 perform... Read more
Consequence
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. O... Read more
350,294 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V315000 May 9, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
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 perform... Read more
Consequence
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. O... Read more
350,294 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V315000 May 9, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
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 perform... Read more
Consequence
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. O... Read more
350,294 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ R550

2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
140000 AIR BAGS1
220000 SEATS1
LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023
220000 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 Feb 11, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.

MERCEDES-BENZ R550 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ R550 across all model years (2008–2008).

3 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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