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2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other R320 years?

R320 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted18 complaints2006: 1 complaints2007: 18 complaints2008: 2 complaints2009: 2 complaints2010: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints
R320 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V247000EngineApril 11, 2017 · 1 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2013 R320 4MATIC CDI vehicle equipped with a six-cylinder diesel engine. In the event of a crash where the primary communication pathway between the air bag control unit and the engine control unit is damaged, the supplementary communication pathway may not shut off the engine or fuel pump.

Consequence

If the engine and fuel pump after not shut off after a crash, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the engine control unit with new software, free of charge. The recall began by early June 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at1-800-367-6372.

2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 — common questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz R320 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the R320 years to avoid are 2009, 2010. The cleanest record among R320 years belongs to 2013.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.