Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 a bad year?

Among 7 model years of the R350, 2007 ranks 2nd worst with a complaint index of 83 and carries an Avoid verdict. It had 47 complaints, 5 fires, and 5 injuries reported to NHTSA.

What are the most common problems on the 2007 R350?

Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues lead with 16 complaints (34% share), followed by Engine and Structure & Body problems, each with 10 complaints (21% share).

Does the 2007 R350 have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls, both for brakes, and both are do-not-drive recalls involving moisture corrosion in the brake system.

At what mileage do 2007 R350 problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across all reported issues is 75,000 miles, though Suspension, Wheels & Tires failures show a median of 74,610 miles and Structure & Body failures a median of 90,000 miles.

Is the 2007 R350 worse than other model years?

Only the 2006 model year, with a complaint index of 100, ranks worse. Every other year (2008-2012) carries a lower complaint index and a Caution verdict instead of Avoid.

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 ranks 2nd worst of 7 model years with a complaint index of 83 and 47 complaints, earning an Avoid verdict. Two do-not-drive brake recalls and a pattern of driver-seat fires push it above other years.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 83/100; #2 of 7 R350 years
Verdict: Avoid; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 47; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 2; 2 Do Not Drive
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 5
Injuries: 5
Top issue: Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Best nearby year: 2009; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 16; 15 city / 20 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 5 / 0

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 24V298000Apr 26, 2024Brakes15,604 vehiclesDo Not Drive
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
NHTSA 22V315000May 9, 2022Brakes350,294 vehiclesDo Not Drive
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 15 MPG
Highway: 20 MPG
Combined: 16 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $5,000; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other R350 years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2006	Avoid	100	99	2 !	16
2007	Avoid	83	47	2 !	16
2008	Caution	67	35	2 !	16.5
2009	Caution	33	15	3 !	16

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 a bad year?: Among 7 model years of the R350, 2007 ranks 2nd worst with a complaint index of 83 and carries an Avoid verdict. It had 47 complaints, 5 fires, and 5 injuries reported to NHTSA.
What are the most common problems on the 2007 R350?: Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues lead with 16 complaints (34% share), followed by Engine and Structure & Body problems, each with 10 complaints (21% share).
Does the 2007 R350 have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls, both for brakes, and both are do-not-drive recalls involving moisture corrosion in the brake system.
At what mileage do 2007 R350 problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across all reported issues is 75,000 miles, though Suspension, Wheels & Tires failures show a median of 74,610 miles and Structure & Body failures a median of 90,000 miles.
Is the 2007 R350 worse than other model years?: Only the 2006 model year, with a complaint index of 100, ranks worse. Every other year (2008-2012) carries a lower complaint index and a Caution verdict instead of Avoid.