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1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class recalls, newest first

September 17, 2008NHTSA 08V465000125,228 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
Mercedes-benz is recalling 125,228 my 1998-2004 m-class vehicles. The hose clamp used to secure the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.
Consequence
The loss of power steering fluid may result in diminished power steering over time and ultimately can damage the power steering pump. This could result in a loss of control and a crash without warning.
Remedy
An earlier recall repair performed on these vehicles may not be sufficient to prevent a future leakage or failure of the power steering hose connection (please see 03V121). Since it is not possible through inspection to identify specific vehicles that may not have been properly repaired, all vehicles repaired prior to November 15, 2003, will be repaired again. The recall is expected to begin during November 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 27, 2003NHTSA 03V121000211,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the hose clamp used to secure the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.
Consequence
The loss of power steering fluid may result in diminished power steering over time and ultimately can damage the power steering pump.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new hose clamp on the power steering hose to the power steering cooler. During clamp replacement, the power steering cooling hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary. Owner notification began June 16, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 22, 1999NHTSA 99V32800085,970 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The latching mechanism on the seat belt assembly was not assembled correctly. If the plastic cover is loose during the engagement of the buckle tongue to the latch mechanism, the buckle could unlatch.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckles. If either the driver or front passenger seat belt buckle is found to be defective, it will be replaced.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 4, 1998NHTSA 98V09000042 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The certification label on these vehicles fail to comply with the labeling requirements of part 567, "certification."
Consequence
The rear gross axle weight rating was listed as 3257 lb. Instead of 3527 lb. And the tire size was listed as 276 rather than 275. A consumer could incorrectly inflate the tires or improperly load the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will send a representative to the owner's home and remove the non-compliance label and replace this with a label which is in compliance.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling1
  2. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys1
  3. Power train › Driveline1
  4. Steering › Hydraulic power assist system1
  5. Structure › Body › Door1

Other Mercedes-Benz M Class years

Other 1998 Mercedes-Benz models

Most recalled 1998 vehicles

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  3. 1998 Honda Civic (18 recalls)
  4. 1998 Dodge Ram (17 recalls)
  5. 1998 Blue Bird TC2000 (17 recalls)
All of 1998’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, seat belts, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M Class?
5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.