CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (3 reports).
2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 recalls
Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Risking Brake Failure
Certain 2006-2012 Mercedes-Benz ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles may have moisture accumulating inside the brake booster housing.
Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Causing Brake Failure
Moisture can build up inside the brake booster housing of certain Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles from model years 2006 and 2007.
Most common 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle needed a diagnostic test prior to the recall repair. The contact declined to pay for the diagnostic test and advised the dealer to complete the recall repair. The dealer declined to honor the recall repair. The contact later discovered that the dealer had marked the recall repair as completed even though the recall repair had not been performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance.
The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320. The contact stated the vehicle failed to start in very cold weather. The contact stated that after changing the battery several times, the failure continued to occur. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the front and rear exterior lights failed to illuminate as needed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 75,000.
PANORAMA SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE PARKED IN OUR GARAGE.
SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE.
TRANSMISSION MODEL 722.9 FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. CREATES AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION THAT COULD LEAD TO FATAL ACCIDENTS. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY DISENGAGES BRINGING CAR TO STAND STILL, OR IT DOWNSHIFTS WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS AT HIGH SPEED. FEELS LIKE THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION IS DROPPING OFF THE CAR. MY CAR HAD ONLY 45K MILES ON IT WHEN IT FIRST EXHIBITED THIS PROBLEM. NOW IT COST MORE THAN RETAIL VALUE OF THE CAR TO REPLACE THIS TRANSMISSION.
2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 questions
Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320: Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Risking Brake Failure; Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Causing Brake Failure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (3), Electrical System (3), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.