2012 Mercedes-Benz R350
Only 8 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 99 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
5 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.
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Takata recall manufacturer advised me of the defect in May 2016. The letter advised it would take some time to design and ultimately replace the defective part. No further notices have been received with a solution after more than 18-months.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-24
Takata recall - airbag fix has yet not been made available and the company has declared bankruptcy, I'm clueless on who is going to fix the airbags.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-02
Takata recall I received a post card in the mail from tk holdings stating to contact the dealer for a free repair. I have contacted the dealer and they state that the airbags are on back order. The issue is not being resolved in a timely…
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-01
Service brakes
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine
1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2012 mercedes benz E350. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a diagnostic that detected sludge in the engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-14
Electrical system
1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2016-10-18Air bags16V081000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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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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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
2012 Mercedes-Benz R350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V081000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V315000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz R350?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R350 have?
- 3 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.