While driving car the check engine light came on and started running very rough. I took it to the dealer where they told me it was some sort of balance shaft/cam gear problem. They said it was a terrible design flaw that affected many, many cars. They said driving it was risky.
The worst 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Locks1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical2
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Transmission1
Recalls 3
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
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
- Risk
- When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 08V006000 · 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 R-Class 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Mercedes: vehicle jerks during gearchange, hard 1-2 and 2-3 shifts, torque converter lockup clutch not...
- Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure
- Mercedes: uneven steering forces when steering from lock to lock
- Xentry (mercedes): due to excessive resistance in universal joint of steering coupling, every 90 degrees,...
- Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped...
- Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on...
What 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
What I thought was a bug biting my rear side, ending up being the seat on fire! I had turned on the seat warmer and not even a minute or two later, the wire in the seat was on fire when I pulled over and left a hole in my seat. Car is not under warranty anymore and I feel as though I should not have to pay for this. It could've caused an accident, had I been on a major highway or on a road that I couldn't pull over on. Children in the car very worried. After searching online, I see that this is a common problem of mercedes owner, all happening on the lower left side. Any recalls? Not wear and tear!
Radian xtsl by sunshine kids....super latch mechanism coming loose very easily by 2 1/2 year old. (related vehicle information: model year=2007, make=mercedes, model=r class).
A 2 month old 2007 mercedes r320 cdi rear tire explodes in private driveway on january 20, 2007 during a colorado blizzard. The car was purchased new from mercedes of colorado springs. We have found out by a forensic expert that a defect in the car caused the explosion. A defective mercedes "4matic" system caused the rear tire to explode causing $25,000 in car damage and $1500 damage to home. The mercedes dealer claimed it was our fault, but the forensic tire expert we hired has found that the car is defective. Pictures and complete forensic expert report at: http://www.landxml.org/r320 and http://www.landxml.org/r320/mercedes r320 tire explosion robson forensicreport.pdf
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Questions about the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class
Is the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class, close to a typical R-Class model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system, engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mercedes Benz R-Class electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 08V303000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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