Mercedes Benz R-Class years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz R-Class stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz R-Class years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz R-Class complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz R-Class problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical3
- Transmission2
- Engine2
- Seats1
- Locks1
- Lights1
- Brakes1
- Airbags1
Mercedes Benz R-Class problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | - | 4 | Electrical | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2006 | - | 2 | Electrical | 4 | 0 |
Recalls 5
Questions about the Mercedes Benz R-Class
What years of the Mercedes Benz R-Class should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz R-Class has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz R-Class?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz R-Class?
Electrical, with 3 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (2) and engine (2).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz R-Class have?
5 recalls between 2006 and 2007. The 2006 model year has the most, with 4.
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