Malfunction in the driver's seat back rest heating system caused melting of the upholstery and of the outer layer of the driver's car coat at the melted seat-back upholstery. No overt fire. Action taken: switched off seat heat. Bare wires visible inside the seat-back.
The worst 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seats2
- Electrical1
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- Seats2
- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 08V303000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 06V495000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class 1
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What 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Seat warmer burned a hole through my driver's seat. Approximately 2'-3' in height and approximately 1/2' in length.
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Questions about the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class
Is the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class, fewer than a typical M Class model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class?
Seats, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes Benz M Class have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and vehicle speed control.
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