Mercedes-Benz R500 recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 28 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz R500 (model years 2006–2008). The most reported problem area is power train (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (5 complaints). The 2007 model year has the most recalls (2).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Mercedes-Benz R500 model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 6 | 1 of 3 | |
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 of 3 | |
| Steering | 5 | 1 of 3 | |
| Suspension | 5 | 2 of 3 | |
| Seats | 4 | 1 of 3 |
All 2 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V298000 | Apr 26, 2024 | Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum | 2006–2007 | 15,604 |
| 22V315000 | May 9, 2022 | Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum | 2006–2007 | 350,294 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Owners reported a crash in 2 complaints and a fire in 4 complaints; 3 people injured and 0 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.