CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports).
2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class recalls
Most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
WE THOUGHT THAT OUR CAR WAS BURNING OUT THE REAR BULBS REALLY FAST OR THAT THERE WAS A SHORT. TURNS OUT THAT WHEN WE TOOK IT IN FOR REPAIRS TO THE BALANCE SHAFT, WE FOUND OUT THAT THERE IS INDEED A SHORT IN THE HARNESS. APPARENTLY, THE C-CLASS IS NOT THE ONLY MODEL HAVING THIS PROBLEM. *JS
2006 MERCEDES BENZ R350 3.5 272 ENGINE CONSTANT CEL FOR P0016 P0017 CAM BALANCE SHAFTS FOR LEFT SIDE INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAM BALANCERS WORN GEARS DUE TO INCORRECTLY HARDENED GEARS DURING MANUFACTURE. IF GEARS FAIL ENGINE WILL FAIL TIMING CHAIN MAY CAUSE ENGINE TO SEIZE OR SMASH VALVES POSSIBLY CAUSING A WRECK IF OCCURS AT HIGH SPEED. MB HAS KNOWN THAT THEIR ENGINES ARE UNSAFE SINCE 2007 ISSUING TSB'S BUT NOT RECALLING ENGINES EXPECTING CUSTOMERS TO PAY FROM $4000 TO $7500 FOR REPAIRS AFTER THEY HAVE DONE MINOR REPAIRS SUCH AS REPLACING THE SOLENOIDS FOR THE CAMSHAFT BALANCERS ( AS I HAVE ALREADY DONE ) DEALERS SAY THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND PRETTY MUCH ALL 2006 2007 272 ENGINES HAVE THIS
2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class questions
Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class: Electrical System; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Electrical System:Starter Assembly; Seat Belts: Rear/Other:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Power Train (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class 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.