2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 recalls and problems

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 has 2 safety recalls and 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Urgent: recall 24V-298, recall 22V-315 carry a "do not drive" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
2
Complaints
47
Crashes / fires
1 / 5
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 recalls

Recall 24V-298: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Do not driveReported Apr 26, 2024 · 15,604 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 22V-315: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Do not driveReported May 9, 2022 · 350,294 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension16
Seats10
Engine6
Power Train5
Electrical System4
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Air Bags3
Service Brakes3
Visibility2
Steering2
Parking Brake2
Exterior Lighting2

Most reported parts

  • Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler — 3
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 2
  • Steering › Column — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 11, 2023
Error codes P0016 and P0017 camshaft out of alignment and vehicle will not pass smog test, also loss of power of the engine.
Service Brakes · reported Jul 15, 2023
Pressed down on braked and nothing happened. Pressed down on emergency break to aid in stopping. No warning lights or sounds
Service Brakes · at 70,000 miles · reported Sep 7, 2022
The contact owned a 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH and approaching traffic, another vehicle crashed into the rear of his vehicle. The contact slammed on the brakes but the brake pedal failed to respond, causing the front of the vehicle to crash into a second vehicle. The air bags deployed. The passengers of the second vehicle did not sustain any injuries. The contact sustained a chest burn but did not seek medical assistance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an autobody repair shop but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was…
Power Train · at 138,000 miles · reported Mar 7, 2017
The contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz r350. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate. While shifting gears, the vehicle violently lunged forward without warning. The accelerator pedal was engaged with force; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 138,000.
Seats · at 148,000 miles · reported Feb 3, 2017
The contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz r350. Five minutes after the contact activated the seat warmer, she smelled an abnormal burning odor. When the contact attempted to exit the vehicle, her jacket was stuck to the seat. Upon inspection, the contact noticed a hole in the seat and jacket. The contact sustained minor burn injuries. It was unknown if medical attention was required. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350: 24V-298 (service brakes, hydraulic), 22V-315 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350?

Owners report suspension problems most often (16 reports), followed by seats (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.