2008 Mercedes-Benz MBO 12000

2008 Mercedes-Benz MBO 12000

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz MBO 12000 is a heavy-duty truck that is powered by a 6.4-liter V8 turbodiesel engine that produces 350 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The MBO 12000 has a gross vehicle weight rating of 12,000 pounds and can tow up to 26,000 pounds.

Engine

• 6.4L V8 Turbodiesel

  • Turbocharger Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, black smoke from the exhaust
    • Solution: Replace the turbocharger
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • EGR Valve Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Poor engine performance, increased emissions
    • Solution: Replace the EGR valve
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Injector Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idle, decreased fuel economy
    • Solution: Replace the injectors
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 6-Speed Automatic

  • Torque Converter Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering, slipping, or loss of power when shifting
    • Solution: Replace the torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Transmission Control Module Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Erratic shifting, no response to shift inputs
    • Solution: Replace the transmission control module
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, loss of electrical power
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, difficulty starting the vehicle
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair the cause of the battery drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust on Frame
  • Description/Symptoms: Corrosion on the vehicle’s frame
  • Solution: Repair or replace the affected parts of the frame
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate Control Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to adjust the temperature or airflow
  • Solution: Replace the climate control unit
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Navigation System Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to use the navigation system, frozen or unresponsive screen
  • Solution: Replace the navigation system unit
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz MBO 12000 is a heavy-duty truck that has a number of potential issues. Some of the most common issues include turbocharger failure, EGR valve failure, injector failure, torque converter failure, transmission control module failure, alternator failure, battery drain, rust on the frame, climate control malfunction, and navigation system failure. The severity and cost of these issues can vary widely, so it is important to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic before making a purchase.