2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
What's a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class worth?
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…
NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 52
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 52.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while brakin…
Bulletin LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…
Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Sep 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…
Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Aug 2026Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experi…
Bulletin LI35.30-P-058566 · Power Train · Jul 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078896 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is elimin…
Bulletin LI33.30-P-056665 · Power Train · Nov 2025Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54.15…
Bulletin LI27.19-P-072588 · Power Train · Sep 2025Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the R-CLASS RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class trims & engines on record
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class vehicles on record
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE2CA137813
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE0CA145733
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 BlueTEC4JGCB2FE5CA143641
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE6CA141833
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE3CA143622
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE4CA139725
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 BlueTEC4JGCB2FE3CA148773
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HE4CA140633
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB5HEXCA153063
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 BlueTEC4JGCB2FE2CA150482
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4-MATIC4JGCB5HE5CA149695
2012 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4-MATIC4JGCB5HE1CA138905