CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 19 fires, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (44 reports).
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 recalls
Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Risking Brake Failure
Certain 2006-2012 Mercedes-Benz ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles may have moisture accumulating inside the brake booster housing.
Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Causing Brake Failure
Moisture can build up inside the brake booster housing of certain Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles from model years 2006 and 2007.
Most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 problems
Problem areas named in the 172 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 44 |
| Engine | 36 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Seats | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
What owners report
While my vehicle was having a mandatory safety recall performed on the brake booster, my brake line was damaged and now the dealership is asking for $7,000 to repair something caused by them and directly related to a safety recall. The car was in working condition prior to being brought to the dealership and now it is at the dealership and inoperable.
After starting the car, two messages appeared on the dash board. Center Gauge read: SRS Restraint System Malfunction Service Required Fuel Gauge read: SRS (in red) Took the car to our certified mechanic. After his diagnostic check- He said it was the Air Bag Module is out. Needs to be replaced at Mercedes Dealership.
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V298000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle a week later, the brake warning light and the check engine warning light were illuminated, and the message "Take to Service Center" was displayed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the brakes made an abnormal rubbing and squeaking sound, and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for the failure to
My car was included in the balance right shaft recall as 2nd owner I was just made aware as a result my check engine light came on. It was also learned that the car was included in faulty âbalance shaftâ. I should be included because my car has same diagnosis as defective equipment
The fuel system faild had it replaced twice gss leaking as well as the power steering leaking badly went out while driving I had both replaced power steering is out again several months later car been sitting since then i looked up to see if there were any safty recalls I did find both on Kelly blue book and a few other sites I contacted dealership was told I could bring vehicle the the recalls don't expire once the vehicle was there received a phone call they had my vehicle however the said they didn't know what kind it was or why it was there I asked how could u not know that was told they had keys but haven't went out to look I gave all my information before the vehicle was picked up I to
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 questions
Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350: Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Risking Brake Failure; Moisture Can Corrode Brake Booster, Causing Brake Failure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
Based on 172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (44), Engine (36), Electrical System (29).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.