2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz GL 2008

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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%)

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (50%)

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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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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Transmission Problems

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