2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2007

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2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (6%)

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2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

77000 mi

US $1800
Seatbelt module 
132000 mi

US $250
Rear SAM unit got wet from unknown source 
149420 mi

C $1128
loss of several electrical functions including wipers, horn, keyless entry, turn signals, fuel guage, powere seets. nEventuakl diagnosed as rear SAM due to severe corrosin of the unit. 
154380 mi

C $718
Fuel gauge read full regardless of actual fuel level. Replaced sending unit. 
142000 mi

US $2000
auto lights 
99200 mi

C $470
Rear light corrosion between bulb holder and light housing.  
99200 mi

C $30
Park light burnt out. Corrosion / electrical arcing of rear light bulbs. Cleaned corrosion. Replaced 3 bulbs 
117800 mi Right front headlight burnt out. 
70000 mi

US $295
left rear motor burned out as a result of front SAM failing. Have not replaced SAM yet, $1500.00 proposition. 
74400 mi

C $900
Electrical issue with lights park and brakes. Caused by corrosion. They had a retro fit kit that was like $275 bucks per light if I recall; they ended up covering mine under the extended warranty, but put up a fight. 
79980 mi Navigation was going on and off, resetting and stuff; they needed to replace the "glow plug" behind the nav that keeps it warm, that solved the problem. 
81220 mi They wanted $900 to replace the battery. I've never had a battery fail after just five years, decided to have another shop look at it. Found that the cable was just loose. 
39060 mi Replaced right taillight assembly. 
51000 mi

US $380
Replaced alternator. The slip rings on the Valeo alternator were completely worn out. Got new alternator from electrical shop. Car was 2000 miles out of warranty. Dealer would not extend warranty.Did work myself in 1/2 day. $380.  

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2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4dr SUV

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

27000 mi

US $31000
Replaced rear SAM electronics module under warranty to address recurring rear lighting issues, this happened twice during the month of May 
87000 mi

US $500
Rear Right Brake/Turn Signal Housing Assembly 
119040 mi

€50
Rear parking sensor fail when it is raining so had to replace it. 
170000 mi

US $43
Left Front Parking Lamp replacement. Labor to remove assembly required. 
125000 mi

US $20
Replaced driver low beam headlight.  Identified that insulation on headlight wiring is worn and needs to be replaced. 
19000 mi Brake light bulb, MB upgraded to new sockets 
51000 mi

US $150
Brake wear sensor showed wear. However, the problem was actually a speed sensor cable 
38000 mi Left brake light changed, the wiring harness had to be replaced, covered under warranty. 
100000 mi

US $180
Just replaced the original battery 
70000 mi

US $1367
Replaced air compressor, belt pulley, a/c drier, and serpentine belt. 
70800 mi

US $914
Replaced alternator 
23000 mi

US $250
Front right low beam headlight replaced - also oil change and "Service A"  
30000 mi One of my right rear tail-light lights went out. It was promptly replaced. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Electrical Problems

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