2007 Mercedes-Benz R320

Introduction

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 is a luxury SUV that combines comfort, performance, and versatility. It features a powerful 3.2-liter V6 engine with 218 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The R320 comes standard with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

While the R320 has been praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and robust engine, it has also been plagued by a number of issues.

Engine

• 3.2L V6 Engine
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Leaking coolant, overheating, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Timing Chain Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Noisy engine, loss of power, check engine light
    • Solution: Replace timing chain and related components
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Torque Converter Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Slipping gears, shuddering, whining noises
    • Solution: Replace torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Air Suspension System Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of ride height, uneven ride, compressor noises
  • Solution: Repair or replace air suspension components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim lights, flickering gauges, battery warning light
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust on Undercarriage
  • Description/Symptoms: Corrosion on frame, suspension components, and exhaust system
  • Solution: Rust removal and protective coating
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate Control Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to control temperature, fan malfunctions
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair climate control system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Navigation System Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Blank screen, incorrect directions, system crashes
  • Solution: Update or replace navigation unit
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320 is a comfortable and capable SUV, but it is plagued by a number of issues that can be costly to repair. The most severe and expensive problems affect the engine, timing chain, and transmission. Other common issues include suspension failures, electrical problems, and interior malfunctions.