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2007 Mercedes-Benz M ClassProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M Class, most often about the seats. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints22 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage98kSeats, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 23, 2012. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M Class has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Seats22
Electrical system11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2007 Mercedes-Benz M Class recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Electrical system

Recall 08V-303 · Jul 7, 2008 · 404 vehicles

Risk. 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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal

Recall 06V-495 · Dec 29, 2006 · 1,570 vehicles

Risk. OVER TIME, THE PEDAL MAY NOT MAINTAIN A CONSISTENT PEDAL POSITION, WHICH COULD MAKE IT MORE DIFFICULT TO OPERATE THE ACCELERATOR.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.

Best & worst years

2007 vs. every other M Class year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the M Class median. How we score

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In owners' words

What M Class owners report

Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

MALFUNCTION IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT BACK REST HEATING SYSTEM CAUSED MELTING OF THE UPHOLSTERY AND OF THE OUTER LAYER OF THE DRIVER'S CAR COAT AT THE MELTED SEAT-BACK UPHOLSTERY. NO OVERT FIRE. ACTION TAKEN: SWITCHED OFF SEAT HEAT. BARE WIRES VISIBLE INSIDE THE SEAT-BACK. *TR
Complaint 10444887 · Jan 23, 2012 · 97,900 miles

Own a 2007 M Class?

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