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2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (30%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (6%)
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Chart based on 124 repairs.
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (20%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Engine not specified
| 73000 mi | Possible rear passenger side ball joint seeking noise which might need replacement |
| 84700 mi £500 |
Air bag leak, but changed the level sensors unnecessarily. Had to go back to the dealer as the repsirs didn't solve the leaning to one side. Fought with the dealer to get it checked properly. Problem with the air bag, changed on one side. Had to fight to get the problem sorted, but the other side is having the leakage of air bag which was pointed out bedore but was not listened to by the dealer and have to go back again and fight. Update: will take it back in May or June. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV
turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 69000 mi US $1100 |
Airmatic compressor malfunction, got a warning light |
| 141400 mi US $500 |
Left rear shock seal blew, replaced both rear shocks. |
| 163000 mi US $855 |
right rear wheel bearing and ABS speed sensor broken, parts replaced. |
| 186000 mi US $365 |
Replace Air pump for rear air suspension |
| 87100 mi US $1200 |
Pump to suspension broke |
| 65720 mi | Power steering worked intermittently - very stiff, hard to drive |
| 86000 mi | Rear shocks. |
| 154000 mi | Power steering leaks |
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 117880 mi €750 |
leak in power steering system - cracked pipe connector, replacement part fitted. |
| 76000 mi US $150 |
Steering system made unusual noises at extremes of turning radius. Steering pump and related parts replaced. |
| 85000 mi US $1050 |
During Svc B, dealer found leak in steering rack. Repair covered by ext warranty. Delay was result of dealer attempting to sell a new MB part vs. accepting a remanufactured part from the warranty co. |
| 111000 mi | There wz groaning noise frm steering at startup. Dx'd as likely failure of the pwr steering pump and/or possible failure of steering rack. Est. $ for to repl pump=$1200. Est. $ to repl rack=$2000. Will sell/trade vs. repair. |
| 121000 mi | Both power steering and front differential diagnosed as in need of major repairs. Decided to sell vehicle rather than invest major funds in repairs. |
| 145000 mi US $1500 |
Air suspension compressor replaced. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 78300 mi US $400 |
Rear airbag replacement due to leak in left rear unit. |
| 300 mi | Steering wheel left shifting pad came off. Warranty repair which replace the entire steering wheel. |
| 55000 mi US $800 |
Replace compressor and both rear air bags in suspension |
| 117000 mi US $2000 |
REAR SUSPENSION AIR WAS LEAKING AND LOWERING THE CAR WHILE PARKED. REPLACED. |
| 51240 mi C $100 |
Rear air shock replaced under ELW |
| 54220 mi C $850 |
Rear shock fell off lose. Replaced, the shock was replaced by MB 1.5 yrs ago. Dealer did not recognize their fault. |
| 62400 mi | Noise from left front bearing. Replaced under ELW |
| 76000 mi US $250 |
Right Side Rear Suspension Airbag was repaired under extended warranty |
| 89000 mi US $250 |
Passenger's rear airbag was defective. |
| 44000 mi US $250 |
While in the shop they discovered that the Power Steering Pump was leaking too. They replaced both. |
| 52800 mi | Rear shock leaking. Both sides replaced. |
| 88000 mi US $2200 |
suspension went out |
| 59000 mi US $450 |
Steering fluid reservoir has slow leak. Didnt replace. |
| 76700 mi C $1300 |
replaced rear shocks and front passenger wheel (boot?) |
| 67000 mi US $15 |
Steering rough. Found PS fluid low, topped off. |
| 97700 mi US $400 |
Air matic suspension airbag |
| 109000 mi US $10000 |
Suspension air bag failed Steering gear replaced |
| 83500 mi US $300 |
rear passenger side hydraulics was not working because of a leak in the valve |
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