Model year guide

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class — representative photo
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2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class at a glance

Owner complaints17
Typical price$12,605

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

What's a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class worth?

Low
$7,000
Typical price
$12,605
High
$17,800

From 19 comparable 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class listings.

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class trims & engines on record

Trims
R350 4MATIC · R320 BlueTEC · R350 4-MATIC
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl · 3.0L 6-cyl

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class vehicles on record

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E39A089936 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E19A090292 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E39A089404 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E89A089866 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E79A091091 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E39A095395 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E79A092354 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E19A098537 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E89A091181 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E79A094041 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E49A090321 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R320 BlueTEC4JGCB25E69A083380 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R320 BlueTEC4JGCB25E19A095839 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E59A089078 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E39A089645 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E79A093312 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R320 BlueTEC4JGCB25E49A098833 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4MATIC4JGCB65E99A100406 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class R350 4-MATIC4JGCB65E29A090060

Other Mercedes-benz R-Class model years

2012 2011 2010 2008 2007 2006

2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class?

Across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, visibility, structure.

How much is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class worth?

Comparable 2009 Mercedes-benz R-Class listings run roughly $7,000–$17,800, typically around $12,605 (from 19 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.