2007 Mercedes-Benz R350
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 47
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Suspension
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
34% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 47 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 99 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Suspension
34% · 16 reportsSeats
21% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing seat heater/cooler.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350. While operating the vehicle, a burning odor was present inside the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-16
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the inside of the vehicle filled with smoke. The contact noticed that the driver's seat caught fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-19
I noticed I was getting burned on my upper hip when the seat heater was on. Thought it was the metal trim on my jeans getting too hot but discovered the seat heater had burned a hole through the seat and smelled like a fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-15
Engine
13% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Error codes P0016 and P0017 camshaft out of alignment and vehicle will not pass smog test, also loss of power of the engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-11
Power train
11% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Electrical system
9% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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R
2022-06-30Service brakes, hydraulic22V315000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
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R
2024-05-24Service brakes, hydraulic24V298000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V315000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.