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Mercedes Benz R320 years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the Mercedes Benz R320 since 2006, and 3 recalls have been issued. The 2007 model year has 14 complaints, more than any other year, led by electrical and engine problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
19
Recalls
3
Worst year
2007
Warranty extensions
2
Model years
2006-2009

Mercedes Benz R320 years to avoid

No model year of the Mercedes Benz R320 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Mercedes Benz R320 years

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Mercedes Benz R320 complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

2006200720082009

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Mercedes Benz R320 problems

All model years combined.

  • Engine
    5
  • Suspension
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Brakes
    2
  • Body
    2
  • Visibility
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1

Mercedes Benz R320 problems year by year

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2009-2Airbags30
2008-2Brakes20
2007-14Electrical103,00020
2006-1Suspension00

Recalls 3

See all 3 recalls for the Mercedes Benz R320

Mercedes Benz R320 warranty extensions

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

Questions about the Mercedes Benz R320

What years of the Mercedes Benz R320 should you avoid?

No single model year of the Mercedes Benz R320 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz R320?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz R320?

Engine, with 5 complaints across all years, followed by suspension (3) and electrical (3).

How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz R320 have?

3 recalls between 2006 and 2009. The 2009 model year has the most, with 3.

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