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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (23%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)
Other (10%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 311 repairs.
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (17%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV
turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 133000 mi US $1300 |
Torque converter replaced, I bought the truck knowing it needed the repair, got a really good price for it. |
| 38000 mi | coolant hose to the transmission cooler leaking at the crimp of hose at the radiator intake... crimp failed and was leaking coolant. replaced with new hose assembly. |
| 142200 mi | Torque converter went out. Had to replace most of transmission. |
| 2000 mi | Harsh downshifts from 3-2 and 2-1 and "crunching noise" |
| 95000 mi US $3000 |
An oil cooling line from the transmission to the radiator was also replaced (not warranty either). |
| 128000 mi US $578 |
transmission to cooler line came loose at transmission. All oil was expelled. Car was flat bedded to dealer by Mercedes Roadside assist for diagnosis and fix. Line reattached w/ new 'seal' and transmission flushed. |
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