2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R-Class years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class. That is the most of any R-Class model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 7,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 50% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 25% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 25% | 7,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
Fix: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
Risk: When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Problem: On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs.
Risk: Over time, the pedal may not maintain a consistent pedal position, which could make it more difficult to operate the accelerator.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the mounting nuts of the accelerator pedal. The recall began on january 16, 2007. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving car the check engine light came on and started running very rough. I took it to the dealer where they told me it was some sort of balance shaft/cam gear problem. They said it was a terrible design flaw that affected many, many cars. They said driving it was risky. *tr
What i thought was a bug biting my rear side, ending up being the seat on fire! I had turned on the seat warmer and not even a minute or two later, the wire in the seat was on fire when i pulled over and left a hole in my seat. Car is not under warranty anymore and i feel as though i should not…
Radian xtsl by sunshine kids....super latch mechanism coming loose very easily by 2 1/2 year old. (related vehicle information: model year=2007, make=mercedes, model=r class). *tr
A 2 month old 2007 mercedes r320 cdi rear tire explodes in private driveway on january 20, 2007 during a colorado blizzard. The car was purchased new from mercedes of colorado springs. We have found out by a forensic expert that a defect in the car caused the explosion. A defective mercedes…
Other Mercedes Benz R-Class years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 3 |
| 2006 R-Class | 2 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class?
Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, child seat problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R-Class model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.