2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2012

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (20%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (40%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Chart based on 5 repairs.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV

turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz R-Class in Texas, United States
Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
Nov 2017

45000 mi

US $800
O2 sensors replaced 
Aug 2018

56000 mi

US $4000
Exhaust manifold and O2 sensors 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV

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

Mercedes-Benz R-Class in New York, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

105000 mi
Recall inspection. Passed brake booster inspection 
Mercedes-Benz R-Class in Arizona, United States
May 2018 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021

81300 mi

US $1700
Main and auxiliary batteries replaced due to age. 
Jun 2022

83000 mi

US $276
Warm air from ac was corrected by recharging it. 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Repair Histories

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