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Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz R-Class, covering model years 2006 to 2007. The 2007 model year drew the most complaints (4), and Electrical System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 5 recall campaigns on file
  • 6 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 2 model years with data (2006–2007)
  • most complaints: 2007 (4 for that model year)
  • top component: Electrical System (3 complaints)
  • latest recall 08V303000 (reported Jul 7, 2008)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (16.7%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints by model year

2 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2007 model year has the most complaints: 4 of 6, or 66.7%. Next come 2006 (2).

Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200620000
200740100
All model years60100

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz R-Class components

top 9 · NHTSA categories

Electrical System is the component named most often, in 3 complaints (50.0% of all 6), followed by Engine and Engine Cooling (2) and Power Train (2).

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints (top 9)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints (top 9)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Electrical System350.0%
Engine and Engine Cooling233.3%
Power Train233.3%
Air Bags116.7%
Child Seat116.7%
Exterior Lighting116.7%
Latches/Locks/Linkages116.7%
Seats116.7%
Service Brakes, Air116.7%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls

5 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name R-Class, newest first. The 5 campaigns cover model years 2006 to 2007. The 2006 model year appears in the most campaigns (4).

  • 5 recall campaigns
Mercedes-Benz R-Class recall campaigns covering each model year
2006: 4 campaigns2007: 3 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 08V303000

    Reported

    Electrical System

    Model years 2006–2007

    Mercedes-Benz is recalling MY 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, MY 2005-2009 SLK-class, MY 2005-2008 c-class, MY 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 CLK-class, MY 2003-2008 e-class, MY 2004 and 2008 CL-class, MY 2008 CLS-class, MY 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, MY 2003 g-class, and MY 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 SL-class vehicles. A software calibration number (SCN) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect SCN coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the OBD system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will recode the SCN free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2008. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 08V006000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel

    Model years 2006–2007

    On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.

    Consequence:
    When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on February 4, 2008. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 06V495000

    Reported

    Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal

    Model year 2007

    On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs.

    Consequence:
    Over time, the pedal may not maintain a consistent pedal position, which could make it more difficult to operate the accelerator.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the mounting nuts of the accelerator pedal. The recall began on January 16, 2007. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 06V101000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly

    Model year 2006

    On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process, the threads in the nut used to secure the seat belt buckle in a limited number of second row seats may be missing. The absence of the screw threads results in an incomplete connection of the buckle to the seat.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect to see if the nut is missing and replace the seat if necessary free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2006. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 06V098000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Starter Assembly

    Model year 2006

    On certain passenger vehicles, the starter wiring harness may be routed incorrectly. This routing could lead to chafing of the protective sleeve covering the starter wiring harness at the engine mount cover.

    Consequence:
    Over time, such chafing has the potential to wear through the protective sleeve and may expose the underlying starter wiring harness to further chafing, which could result in an electrical short, and the loss of function of the vehicle's electrical system.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and where necessary, correct, the routing of the wiring harness. In the case of wear, the protective sleeve, and if necessary, the starter wiring harness, will be replaced. The recall began on May 12, 2006. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz R-Class questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz R-Class have?

NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz R-Class, covering model years 2006 to 2007. The most recent, 08V303000, was reported on July 7, 2008 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2006 model year is covered by the most campaigns (4).

Which Mercedes-Benz R-Class model year has the most complaints?

The 2007 model year, with 4 of the 6 complaints in NHTSA’s file (66.7%). The next is 2006 (2). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaint?

Electrical System is the component named most often: 3 complaints, or 50.0% of all 6. Engine and Engine Cooling (2) and Power Train (2) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz R-Class?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz R-Class complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 6 complaints, 0 report a crash, 1 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.