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2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 65 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.0 times the median R350 year — the 2007 model ranks #2 of 7 R350 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across suspension (16), seats (10), and engine (10), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

65

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other R350 years?

R350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted131 complaints2006: 131 complaints2007: 65 complaints2008: 48 complaints2009: 19 complaints2010: 14 complaints2011: 22 complaints2012: 8 complaints
R350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension1625%
Seats1015%
Engine1015%
Brakes69%
Electrical System58%
Transmission58%
Airbags35%
Visibility & Wipers23%
Lighting23%
Other23%
Steering23%
Fuel System12%
Driver Assistance12%

Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V298000BrakesApril 26, 2024 · 15,604 units

Defect

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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

Consequence

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.

22V315000BrakesMay 9, 2022 · 350,294 units

Defect

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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

Consequence

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“JUST BROUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON 11/2014 ITS A 2007 MERCEDES R350 WOKE UP ONE MORNING AND THE VEHICLE WAS LEANING TO THE LEFT THE FRONT OF THE LEFT PASSENGER SIDE WAS EXTREMELY LOW. IT'S VERY LOW AND IS NOT DRIVABLE. NO WARNINGS. THIS SITUATION IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I SEE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE HAVING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 7, 2015

“I WAS DRIVING HOME AND THE R350 JERKED AND THEN SLOWED DOWN AND WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS, STAYED ON FIRST GEAR ALL THROUGH MY RIDE HOME. THE CAR STARTED IN THE MORNING BUT AGAIN WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS AND NO WARNING LIGHT SHOWED ON THE DASH BOARD. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SHOP WHERE I BOUGHT IT IN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 18, 2012

“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. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER WAS ACTIVATED AND, ONCE THE SEAT WARMER WAS DEACTIVATED, THE FIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · May 19, 2016 · fire

“Pressed down on braked and nothing happened. Pressed down on emergency break to aid in stopping. No warning lights or sounds”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 1, 2023 · crash

“I HAVE A 2007 R350 81,000 AC BLOW MOTOR WENT OUT. HAD CAR SERVICED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN 100 MILES. TOOK CAR BACK TO REPAIR SHOP HE SAID CAR READS IT RUNNING TOO RICH. RESET SWITCH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK O WITHIN 10 MILES AGAIN. CAR SEEMS TO BE PULLING ONCE I'VE SLOWED DOWN AS IF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 13, 2011

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 — common questions

Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 65 complaints put the 2007 model at #2 of 7 R350 years. It is one of the R350 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 R350 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (16 complaints), seats (10 complaints), engine (10 complaints).

Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz R350 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the R350 years to avoid are 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2009, 2010, 2012.

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.