Headlights problems of the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350

Two problems related to headlights have been reported for the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2018

Due to a faulty right taillamp seal, water got into a control module and damaged it beyond repair. I woke up and walked outside to see my headlights flashing and upon further inspection my key fob not working, srs disabled, and many other miscellaneous electronic components disabled. Some time before this, the motor to the rear hatch stopped working, possibly for the same reason.

2 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2014

The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes Benz Ml350. The contact stated that the control module that is located under the spare tire was damaged. There was a red light that illuminated on the instrument panel. The passenger door warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The interior lights and headlights flashed on and off. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the headlight gasket and control unit sam module were faulty and needed to be replaced. The repairs were completed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 133,500.


Other Exterior Lighting related problems of the 2008 Mercedes Benz ML350



ML350 Service Bulletins
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