Mercedes-Benz R350 years to avoid
More than twice the R350's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Mercedes-Benz R350 years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Mercedes-Benz R350 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 R350 problems
All model years combined.
- Suspension55
- Engine53
- Airbags40
- Electrical27
- Brakes23
- Transmission20
- Seats20
- Steering17
- Lights12
- Fuel system7
- Visibility5
- Driver assistance5
Most reported problems on the Mercedes-Benz R350
Mercedes-Benz R350 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 86 | 8 | Airbags | 3 | 0 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2011 | 74 | 18 | Airbags | 80,200 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 80 | 13 | Airbags | 85,000 | 3 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2009 | 78 | 15 | Airbags | 75,000 | 3 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2008 | 51 | 35 | Suspension | 90,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2007 | 36 | 47 | Suspension | 75,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2006 | 12 | 99 | Engine | 80,000 | 2 | 2 | Avoid |
Recalls 3
Mercedes-Benz R350 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC will provide an Extended Modification Warranty for each vehicle that has received...
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Questions about the Mercedes-Benz R350
What years of the Mercedes-Benz R350 should you avoid?
2006. It has more than twice the Mercedes-Benz R350's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2006 alone has 99, mostly about engine and suspension.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz R350?
2012, 2010 and 2009 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (8, 13 and 15).
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz R350?
Suspension, with 55 complaints across all years, followed by engine (53) and airbags (40).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz R350 have?
3 recalls between 2006 and 2012. The 2012 model year has the most, with 3.
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