2006 Mercedes-Benz E350

Fatalities reported

Owners filed 400 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the fuel and propulsion system. It has been recalled 4 times.

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When it fails
020k40k60k90k120k200k
90,000 milesMedian miles at failure

333 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 120,000–150,000 miles.

Most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems

133 of the 400 complaints (33%) are about the fuel and propulsion system.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Fuel/Propulsion System · fuel and propulsion system133
142
Fuel System, Gasoline · fuel system69
110
Service Brakes · brakes45
301
Engine36
123
Power Train · transmission19
100
Engine and Engine Cooling · engine14
010
Air Bags · airbags10
409
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · transmission8
000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · brakes7
000
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine · engine7
000

2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 fuel and propulsion system problems

33% of all complaints

133 of the 400 complaints are about the fuel and propulsion system. This is what owners describe:

  • leaks oil or fluid50% · 67
  • will not start3% · 4

Share of the 133 fuel and propulsion system complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.

Typical mileage
90,000 mi
median of 109 reports
Peak year of filing
2014
35 fuel and propulsion system complaints that year
Crashes · fires · injuries
1 · 4 · 2
in these complaints
Recalls on the fuel and propulsion system
None
“PZEV fuel tank leaks at top but is not repairable. Replacement requires complete tank replacment which is not economically feasilble. This forces owners to continue to operate vehicle with fuel leakage since repair of the tank is not possible. In older models a simple gasket change would resolve such leaks, in the PZEV tank leaks can not be repaired and thus are left uncorrected.”
Owner complaint, filed Mar 19, 2023
“In June 2017, I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz of America informing me that the warranty of the fuel system in my vehicle is extended to 15 years. In that same year, I had my whole fuel tank replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in San Jose, California due to strong smell of fuel by the rear wheel well on the driver side of the car.”
Owner complaint, filed Nov 11, 2022

Complaints and recalls over time

By year of filing
2005: 4 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system'052006: 2 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system2007: 5 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system'072008: 4 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system2009: 5 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system'092010: 11 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system2011: 25 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system'112012: 35 complaints, 16 about the fuel and propulsion system2013: 65 complaints, 28 about the fuel and propulsion system'132014: 76 complaints, 35 about the fuel and propulsion system2015: 44 complaints, 20 about the fuel and propulsion system'152016: 18 complaints, 8 about the fuel and propulsion system2017: 33 complaints, 11 about the fuel and propulsion system'172018: 10 complaints, 2 about the fuel and propulsion system2019: 13 complaints, 2 about the fuel and propulsion system'192020: 18 complaints, 2 about the fuel and propulsion system2021: 11 complaints, 4 about the fuel and propulsion system'212022: 9 complaints, 4 about the fuel and propulsion system2023: 3 complaints, 1 about the fuel and propulsion system'232024: 3 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system2025: 4 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion system'252026: 2 complaints, 0 about the fuel and propulsion systemRecall 19V918000 (visibility)Recall 21V196000 (visibility)Recall 22V954000 (visibility)Recall 24V874000 (visibility)NHTSA investigation EA13003NHTSA investigation PE10017
All complaintsAbout the fuel and propulsion systemRecall (red: the fuel and propulsion system)NHTSA investigation opened

Complaints about the 2006 E350 peaked in 2014, with 76 filed that year. No recall on file covers the fuel and propulsion system, the subject of 33% of the complaints. In 2026 owners filed 2 so far.

4 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly24V874000
Filed Nov 19, 202433,456 vehiclesMercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Defect. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk. A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly22V954000
Filed Dec 23, 2022131,653 vehiclesMercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Defect. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Risk. A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly21V196000
Filed Mar 19, 202111,356 vehiclesMercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Defect. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly19V918000
Filed Dec 20, 2019747,928 vehiclesMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Defect. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

All 4 campaigns on file, newest first.

NHTSA investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. 2 name the 2006 E350.

Fuel Leakage From The Fuel TankEngineering analysis EA13003Closed
Opened Mar 15, 2013Closed Dec 19, 2014fuel system

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation on January 23, 2012 as PE12-001 based on 20 consumer reports in model year (MY) 2003-2006 E55 AMG vehicles.Based on new reports in other E-Class vehicles, ODI upgraded the investigation to Engineering Analysis (EA) 13-003 on March 15, 2013, and expanded the scope to all E-Class vehicles through MY 2008.The complainants alleged a strong odor of gasoline fuel both inside and outside of their vehicle, particularly after refilling the fuel tank.Many of the complainants noted that the odor subsided or went away after driving some …

Driver Air Bag Circuit High ResistancePreliminary evaluation PE10017Closed
Opened May 14, 2010Closed Nov 24, 2010airbags

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has reported a high number of warranty claims for air bag warning lamp illumination due to a diagnostic fault code 9103 or 9123 indicating a high resistance in the driver's frontal air bag firing circuit.MBUSA's testing and evaluation have shown that this condition is the result of a faulty connector (specifically, improper wire crimp) but that it will not prevent proper deployment of the driver's frontal air bag.The faulty connector can cause the air bag circuit resistance levels to exceed the threshold that illuminates the air bag warning lamp, but they do not …

Technical service bulletins

116 on file

Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2006 E350. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.

headlights 17transmission 16engine 14electrical system 12body and frame 11suspension 9seats 6steering 6
NCU - 24240304Warranty extensionMar 12, 2024body and frame

As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to allegations that the 590 Mars Red paint available as an original, exterior color option for certain models of Mercedes-Benz …

ELW-FuelFilterWarranty extensionAug 19, 2022fuel system

In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz AG ( MBAG ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit in certain Model Year ( MY ) vehicles listed below from the original New Vehicle Limited …

ELW-211FuelFilteWarranty extensionJun 9, 2022fuel system

In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz AG ( MBAG ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit in certain Model Year ( MY ) vehicles listed below from the original New Vehicle Limited …

EW - SBC Hydraulic UnitWarranty extensionAug 17, 2018brakes

The warranty on the SBC Hydraulic Unit for MY 2003-2006 Model 211, MY 2006 Model 219, and Model Year 2003-2012 Model 230 was extended from the original 4 years/50,000 miles to 25 years with no mileage limitation. The SBC Hydraulic Unit extended warranty applies to all conditions that justify the replacement of the SBC Hydraulic Unit and specific listed …

EW-Fuel Tank ComponentsWarranty extensionJan 10, 2015fuel and propulsion system

In our continuing efforts to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has decided to extend the warranty for certain fuel tank components in certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Which Vehicles:  gasoline-fueled, non-PZEV certified ( i.e. Diesel or code 917) Model Year 2003 – 2009 E-Class  Model Year 2006 – 2011 CLS-Class Which …

CL- Fuel ComponentsWarranty extensionJan 9, 2015fuel and propulsion system

In our continuing efforts to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has decided to extend the warranty for certain fuel tank components in certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Specifically, the warranty on the fuel tank, fuel filter/sender, fuel pump, and related gaskets (collectively the "Covered Fuel Tank Components") for …

What owners reported

Newest filings
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Oct 15, 2026151,000 milesCA

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. While driving at 30 MPH, a "Reduced Braking Power" warning message was displayed on the instrument panel followed by an audible alarm. The brake pedal travelled to the floorboard, resulting in a significant loss of braking functionality. Additionally, the vehicle became stuck in second gear, requiring the driver to pull over and have the vehicle towed to the residence. The consumer performed an OBD II scan, but no diagnostic trouble codes related to the brake failure were retrieved. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that there were no active recalls associated with the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Sep 23, 2026152,786 milesAR

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-350. The contact stated that the sensotronic brake control warning was illuminated. The contact researched and found information about warranty coverage for 2006-2010 models with a 25-year warranty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the main battery needed to be replaced but had not provided the repair. The vehicle was also taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the brakes were failing and the computer system needed to be reset; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the belts were replaced. The message remained displayed. The failure mileage was 152,786.

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 3, 2025MS

Mercedes Benz issued a recall and extended a warranty on its 2003-2005 E Class SBC braking systems (recall # 2005110001) and extended the warranty to 25 years; the 2006 E Class models have the exact same SBC braking system but is not included in the recall. Mercedes needs to add the 2006 E Class models to recall # 2005110001. My 2006 is experiencing the same SBC issues the 2003-2005 models are known to have but because my vehicle is 2006 it is not covered by the extended warranty.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Oct 23, 2025180,000 milesTX

The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to function as intended. The brake pedal was depressed down to the floorboard. The contact's mother used the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed with Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) system failure. The contact was informed that the Sensotronic Brake Control system needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained with the mechanic unrepaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Visibility
Filed Oct 21, 202597,900 milesOH

The contact's son owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof detached and shattered on the roadway. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V918000 (Visibility) and 22V954000 (Visibility); however, the VIN was included in the recalls, but the vehicle had been repaired in 2023 and 2025. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,900.

Unknown or Other
Filed May 30, 2025MO

Reduce power braking depress brake fully keeps popping up on my dash and not letting me take it out of gear

Engine1 injured
Filed Aug 29, 2024MO

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car can catch fire and I’m already experiencing engine failure after only owning the car for a year. They don’t care because it’s an old car but it’s still being sold to unsuspecting buyers. I’m not the only one there are thousands of us who are at risk driving these cars because Mercedes won’t admit their off the showroom floor mistake.

Service Brakes
Filed Mar 21, 2024149,000 milesNV

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle would not stop when depressing the brake pedal. No warning lights were illuminated, however, the contact stated the entire instrument panel was illuminated in red. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle's brake line, brakes, and rotors were replaced. The contact stated the failure recurred. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and was not repaired. The contact referenced the manufacturer recall 2005110001 Sensotronic Brake Control as a possible solution however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Feb 5, 2024177,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, there was a beeping sound coming from the vehicle with a message stating "Stop, Reduced Braking Power, Depress Brake Pedal Fully" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to shoulder of the road. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V133000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) which was linked to the failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.

Engine
Filed Dec 30, 2023NY

Certain Mercedes-Benz models 2005- 2007 M272 V6 and M273 V8’s have faced or are facing issues regarding the balance sprocket in which drives the camshaft and crankshaft of the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz had made a decision to make certain engine components out of soft metals, when such metals are not adequate in handling the stress of the engine. In particular, in many cases, the balance sprocket was made with inadequate materials and gradually deteriorated to the point in which it could not engage the timing chain and cause camshaft-crankshaft misalignment. I personally did not experience such failure yet but it is more of a concern as this is a common issue , the repair is quite substantial and the failure can damage the engine even more

Engine
Filed Oct 31, 2023MA

Engine codes P0016 and P0017 reads cam shaft and crank shaft correlation it is everywhere on the internet and on the Mercedes Benz Forum.This is a know problem that Mercedes has ignored. its on all 2004 thru 2008 vehicles with the 3.5 engine. Calls for a balancer shaft replacement. This should definitely be a recall issue.The industry knows that is was poorly manufactured part. Your help with rectifying this issue would greatly help the and restore the reputation of Mercedes and restore faith in Mercedes Benz owners. My vehicle is a 2006 E350 4 Matic with only 113,634 miles

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Mar 19, 2023CA

PZEV fuel tank leaks at top but is not repairable. Replacement requires complete tank replacment which is not economically feasilble. This forces owners to continue to operate vehicle with fuel leakage since repair of the tank is not possible. In older models a simple gasket change would resolve such leaks, in the PZEV tank leaks can not be repaired and thus are left uncorrected. Many of these vehicles are now owned by minority owners who are unable to pay $5000 to repair a defective design. MB refuses to support owners.

Engine
Filed Dec 27, 2022VA

Driving the vehicle on several occasions on Interstate 66 and the vehicle spontaneously went into limp mode. Now we find out it's a balance shaft issue and is a known problem from Mercedes in the M272 engines for our 2006 E350 4-matic. They evidently used balance shafts with materials that were too soft, resulting in premature wearing of the balance shafts with all of the M272 engines produced during this time having the problem. There was a previous class action lawsuit, which Mercedes settled, however, the consumers were not adequately notified and no recall was ever issued for the cars. Now we have 2nd or 3rd owners having these problems that didn't get a notice and have no idea there is a huge expensive and dangerous problem with their vehicle. On I-66 traffic moves at 70 mph (regular lanes) or 75 mph (express lanes). Having the vehicle spontaneously go into limp mode because of this engine issue is dangerous and could have caused a fatal accident on multiple occasions for us. Mercedes should be recalling all of these engines and fixing them properly before someone gets injured or killed. When I spoke with Mercedes, they said because I was not involved in the class action suit at that time, they were not willing to fix the car or pay for any portion of the repair, which they quoted me as costing $16,228.96. The problem is the Mercedes went into limp mode on multiple occasions and there was no check engine light to indicate what the problem was for several months. We had n

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Dec 14, 2022MD

I recently started smelling gas in my car after refueling. I was told by my mechanic that Mercedes was replacing fuel pumps and fuel tanks free of charge . Mercedes Benz customer care has advised this isn't so. This is an expensive repair and I am hoping Mercedes Benz can cover the cost of this repair and if not, offer substantial assistance.

Engine
Filed Dec 5, 2022MN

We just purchased a 2006 Mercedes for our teenage sons and had a dealer look at it before we purchased it. They told us there were a couple of codes that were worth watching but that it wasn’t anything significant right now. After the car started jerking and shaking while driving it, we brought it in to dealership where they told us it had a common code for Mercedes in this timeframe P0016. Repair estimate is nearly $5000 to replace timing chain and balance shaft, or a new engine which would be roughly the same. After researching on my own upon being told this code, I found all of the information about the class action lawsuit and settlement, which of course we are too late to be a part of. The dealer said there is a potential that the car could just seize up at some point, so I don’t want my young sons to be out on the road when that happens. I am very frustrated and upset that this wasn’t a recall since it apparently affected a huge amount of vehicles manufactured within this time frame. There is a specific list of engines with known issues and ours is among them. Mercedes Benz should be held responsible for making this right because it was definitely a quality issue. Now we are stuck with an unsafe vehicle, or a massive expense due to defect.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Nov 11, 2022CA

In June 2017, I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz of America informing me that the warranty of the fuel system in my vehicle is extended to 15 years. In that same year, I had my whole fuel tank replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in San Jose, California due to strong smell of fuel by the rear wheel well on the driver side of the car. The repair was fully cover by MB-America under this extended warranty. On November 3, 2022, I experienced the same fuel smell from the same place of the car (i.e., driver side rear wheel well) and was told that the repair will not be cover at all, even though the fuel system in my car is only 5 years old. I am writing to suggest that you impose a 15 years warranty on the fuel leak replacement parts. MB needs to stand behind their product if it was their OEM parts and done by their authorized dealer. In my case the new fuel smell was due to a cracked Fuel Pump Assembly (Part # 211 470 60 94) which was found in the brand new fuel tank installed in my car in 2017. My car is now repaired at a local shop at a fraction of the cost that MB-San Jose would have charged me. My hope is for you to help future similar customers who will experience similar issue avoiding this unjust expense. Thank you very much, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Service Brakes
Filed Aug 22, 2022TX

February 22, 2022 I was driving from Memphis, TN to Flower Mound,TX. It was raining really bad and once I got to Texas on University Ave. My brakes went completely out. I had to shut the car off to stop. Shortly after I heard about a recall involving this same matter but it was for 2006 Mercedes SUV. However after reading the recall the same thing happened to me E350. I had to pay over $2000 on this repair. I feel I am entitled to be refunded. I also had to get the car towed home. I have tow record and repair record. And you should be able to research the weather on that date from Memphis to Texas. Please give me a response at [XXX] or email me at [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Aug 19, 2022CA

THE CAR WOULD NOT START AS THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY AND IS PART OF THE TANK DESIGN. MBZ KNEW OF THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY REPAIRED OR REPLACED SOME OF THE CARS BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED TILL THE PROBLEM. IT COST ME UNDER $3,800 TO REPAIR AND REPLACE THE GAS TANK EVEN THOUGH THEY REPAIRED A LOT OF CARS. MY REPAIR WAS FINISHED ON 05/14/18. I PAID $3,409.33 FOR THE REPAIR AND I WANT TO BE REIMBURSED FOR IT. I FILED A COMPLAINT BACK IN 05/31/2018 UNDER THE COMPLAINT NUMBER [XXX]. I NEED HELP TO GET MY MONEY BACK. THIS WAS A BAD DESIGN ON THEIR PART. THANK YOU, [XXX] THE CAR WOULD NOT START FUEL PUMP FAULTY AND IS PART OF GAS TANK BAD DESIGN COST ME CLOSE TO $3800, SOME PAID BY MBZ. MBZ REPLACED 2009 GAS TANKS FOR FREE UNDER WARRENTY BUT WOULD NOT DO MINE. THIS IS A BAD DESIGN THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT IT SO I WOULD NOT BUY THE CAR. IT IS STUPID TO HAVE TO REAPLCE GAS TANK IN ORDER TO REPLACE A FUEL PUMP IN 2012 I HAD GAS LEAKAGE FROM THE SAME AREA AND I PAID TO FIX IT THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME THIS WOULD BE A PROBLEM. INSTEAD THEY KEP SILENT WHEN I TAKE MY CAR FOR SERVICE THEY ALWAYS LIST OF THINGS TO DO SO I CAN SPEND MORE MONEY AT THE DEALERSHIP WHY THE [XXX]NO BODY BOTHERED TO TELL ME ABOUT THIS PROBLEM THAT IT WOULD COST ME A LOT OF MONEYTO FIX . THIS CAR HAS COST OVER $60,000 TO BUY AND I DID NOT PAY THAT KIND OF MONEY FOR A CAR TO LAST ME ONLY 12 YEARS. MBZS ARE SUPPOSED TO LAST 30 YEARS OR MORE SO IFEEL CHEATED BIG TIME I THINK THEY ARE HIDING THIS BECAUSE THEY WILL GET

Service Brakes
Filed Jul 20, 2022140,000 milesHI

Brake failure at 40 mph. RED CAUTION light on : "STOP Reduced braking power Depress brake pedal fully"

Engine
Filed Jun 5, 2022IL

Balance shaft issues possible cause of vehicle stalls and safety concerns.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Feb 18, 2022184,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked, fuel was noticed leaking from the vehicle onto the driveway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 184,000.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Dec 31, 2021TX

Noticed strong gasoline odor in left rear wheel well after filling the vehicle with fuel. Since the vehicle had just been repaired for an unrelated issue at a local Mercedes dealer, I took it back to them for troubleshooting. They diagnosed the problem as a leak at the seal on the fuel pump in the tank. I researched this issue and found it is a recurring problem for which Mercedes had offered a warranty extension of 15 years. This extension expired for my vehicle in July 2020. Cost to repair was $3,256 as after a 10% discount. I was not informed of this issue or the extended warranty despite having the vehicle serviced at Mercedes dealers multiple times since purchasing it in 2008.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Nov 17, 2021OH

Roof started leaking & whistling, could feel air even when it was closed. went to get it checked out was told the glass panel was detaching.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Jul 31, 2021CA

Leaking fuel tank and gaskets. A strong smell of fuel internally in the vehicle and externally with a full tank of fuel. Mercedes Benz Warrantee extension PE#12001 "Covered Fuel Tank Components." Mercedes Benz denied claim because of PZEV vs non-PZEV type of vehicle. Both vehicles PZEV and non-PZEV, both use the same plastic gas tank, sending units, and fuel pump in their respective vehicles. How did NHTSA agree to cover non-PZEV vehicles only.

Fuel System, Gasoline
Filed Jun 16, 2021104,000 milesSC

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor from the rear driver’s side seat. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel level sending unit and the seals and gaskets to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that she was unable to continue driving the vehicle due to odor. The contact towed the vehicle to another local dealer, Mercedes-Benz of Myrtle Beach (936 Jason Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, (843) 848-6800) where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel line and all the seals and gaskets needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.

Engine
Filed Jun 3, 2021MN

The crankshaft pulley is a two piece item. When excessive pressure is on it the pieces separate and disable the car. Upon replacing the belt or belt tensioner more pressure is exerted on the crankshaft pulley. Thus it fails and again disables the vehicle. When doing either of the replacement tasks Mercedes fails to check this or mention it to customers. Thus months later it fails and previous belt replacement of belt tensioner replacement has to be done again. This creates a dual expense without fixing the issue the first time. Expense is in the thousands.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Apr 5, 2021NH

I NOTICED THAT ANOTHER OWNER OF A 2006 E350 NOTED THAT HE/SHE HAD A FUEL LEAK. I HAVE HAD ONE, TOO. THE EXTENDED WARRANTEE RAN OUT IN 2020, SO MERCEDES WOULDN'T COVER THE REPAIR EXPENSES. BUT IF THEY KNEW FOR 15 YEARS THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM, THEY SHOULD HAVE RECALLED THE CARS. AND IF THEY AREN'T GOING TO RECALL IT, THEY SHOULD COVER REPAIR EXPENSES. THIS IS A SERIOUSLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. IT'S LIKELY THAT OUR TANK HAS BEEN LEAKING FOR A WHILE. WE'VE SMELLED GAS FOR ABOUT A YEAR, BUT DIDN'T REALIZE IT WAS LEAKING UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN THERE WAS A CLEAR PUDDLE IN THE GARAGE.

Engine
Filed Mar 18, 2021OH

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Unknown or Other
Filed Mar 14, 202130,300 milesTX

I FOUND FUEL (GAS) THERE IS A SMELL OF FUEL INSIDE CAR WHEN TAKE A GAS

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Mar 4, 202147,500 milesNC

VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 50K MILES, WE STARTED NOTICING AN INTERMITTENT STRONG FUEL SMELL IN THE CABIN IN THE SPRING OF 2020. WE FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND MERCEDES HAD ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO THIS ISSUE. UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER DUE TO COVID. WHEN WE DID GET IT DIAGNOSED RECENTLY, WE WERE INFORMED THE REPAIR WOULD EXCEED $3400 AND WE WERE OUT OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD. THE REPAIR CONSISTS OF REPLACING THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS. MERCEDES BENZ NA HAS OFFERED US A $400 DEALER SERVICE CREDIT. WE CANNOT AFFORD TO DO THIS REPAIR AND THEREFORE HAVE A VEHICLE WE ARE UNABLE TO SAFELY OPERATE. WE HAVE READ REPORTS ONLINE OF THIS ISSUE WHERE FUEL IS SITTING ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK RIGHT BELOW THE REAR PASSENGER SEATS.

Unknown or Other
Filed Feb 11, 2021VA

ACCORDING TO YOUR WEBSITE, MY VIN CAME UP FOR A SAFETY RECALL. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MERCEDES BENZ OF VIRGINIA BEACH. THEY REFUSE TO SERVICE THE RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER2020040011 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER19V918 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP, MY VEHICLE IS NOT QUALIFIED

Unknown or Other
Filed Feb 9, 2021VA

I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MB DEALER FOR A RECALL FOUND ON YOUR WEBSITE AND CARFAX. THEY TOLD ME THAT IT DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Nov 13, 2020106,885 milesCA

THERE IS FUEL LEAKING AND FLOODING ON TOP OF THE DRIVER SIDE FUEL SENDER UNIT UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT WHERE IT IS LOCATED AT THE FUEL TANK. THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY A NHTSA FUEL LEAK INVESTIGATION FOR THESE WITH THE 2003-2008 E CLASS VEHICLES WHICH WAS LATER CLOSED DUE TO A RECALL BEING ISSUED. MY VIN DOES NOT SEEM TO BE PART OF THE RECALL GROUP, HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM REMAINS THE SAME AS EVERYTHING DETAILED IN THE REPORT AND FINDINGS OF THE INVESTIGATION DONE BY THE U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION FOR REPORT VRTC-DCD-3206 EA13-003 IN DEC 2014. (ALSO ATTACHED). THE FUEL SEAPS OUT TO THE TOP OF THE SENDING UNIT DUE TO A FAILED PRESSURE SENSOR OR OTHER PART IN THE SYSTEM WHEN THE TANK IS FULL. WHEN THE TANK IS LATER LESS FULL AS A RESULT OF CONSUMPTION, THERE IS NO LONGER AN ISSUE WITH FUEL SPILLING OUT OF THE TOP AND FUMES GETTING INTO THE CABIN. VIDEO OF THE AREA WIPED SHOWS HOW IT IMMEDIATELY RETURNS TO THE TOP. THE PHOTO ATTACHED IS OF THE FUEL COMING BACK AFTER BEING WIPED UP.

Service BrakesCrash
Filed Nov 9, 2020125,663 milesCA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL AT 8-10 MPH, BUT DID NOT SUSTAINED INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMAL HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER AND INFORMED THEM OF THE FAILURE AND WAS PROVIDED WITH THE NUMBER TO NHTSA. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 125,663.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Filed Oct 21, 202094,000 milesCT

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO NEW COUNTRY MOTOR CARS (1 WESTON ST, HARTFORD, CT 06120) WHERE THE SUN ROOF WAS INSPECTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 94,000.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Oct 6, 2020120,000 milesHI

EXTREME SMELL OF FUEL WHEN MAKING SHARP OR EXTENDED TURNS (FREEWAY ON/OFF RAMPS). ESPECIALLY, WHEN FULL TANK IS FULL. CALLED LOCAL DEALER AND MBUSA WAS TOLD THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE 15 YEAR ' FUEL LEAK' EXTENDED WARRANTY! PLEASE NOTE THE PUDDLING OF FUEL NEAR THE BOTTOM OF WIRE HARNESS IN PICTURE ATTACHED.

Service Brakes
Filed Oct 6, 2020120,000 milesHI

BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. REDUCED BRAKING MESSAGE , ESP MESSAGE, AND 'STOP' ON SPEEDOMETER!

Service Brakes
Filed Oct 1, 2020163,530 milesVA

BRAKES FAILED, RED WARNING LIGHT ALERTED ME, I MANAGED TO STOP THE CAR ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH EMERG BRAKE HELP. LUCKILY I WAS GOING SLOWLY ON A CITY STREET. CAR WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES IN RICHMOND VA . THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG AND RESET THE CODE. SAID IT WAS FINE TO DRIVE. WHEN I QUESTIONED THIS, THEY SAID THEY COULD BLEED THE BRAKE LINE, EVEN THOUGH THEY ADMITTED AIR IN THE LINE WOULD NOT ACTIVATE RED BRAKES FAILED WARNING LIGHT. MB RICHMOND VA STATED THAT THEY THOUGHT THE PROBLEM WAS THE SBC UNIT, BUT BECAUSE THE 'WRONG CODE' INDICATING THE SBC UNIT WAS AT FAULT, SHOWED UP, THEY WERE NOT REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WARRANTY WORK (GOOD FOR 25 YEARS )

Air Bags
Filed Sep 4, 202080,660 milesFL

SRS LIGHT STAYS ON. SCANNED SYSTEM AND GOT A CODE 9103. FOUND THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED BY MERCEDES FOR A WIRING PROBLEM AND HARNESS REPAIR FOR THIS MODEL. I DON'T THINK I SHOULD HAVE TO PAY THE 6 HRS LABOR FOR THIS REPAIR. IT WAS THEIR FAULT IN MAKING THE WIRING HARNESS TOO SHORT FOR A STEERING COLUM THAT MOVES IN AND OUT.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Filed Jul 29, 2020AR

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

Structure › Body
Filed Jul 19, 2020GA

THERE IS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE REGARDING THE SUNROOF. RECALL#2020040011. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A MERCEDES DEALER TO HAVE THE SITUATION REMEDIED. I SET AN APPOINTMENT FOR 10:00AM. I ARRIVED AT 9:30AM AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE IN. I SAT IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR 3 HOURS UNTIL I FINALLY GOT TIRED OF WAITING FOR INFORMATION. I THEN FOUND THE SERVICE ADVISOR WHO WAS REPRESENTING THE WORK ON MY VEHICLE. I ASKED HIM WHAT WAS GOING ON WITH MY CAR. HE SAID HE'D FIND OUT. HE THEN CAME BACK TO ME AND STATED "THEY'VE BEEN TRYING TO GET THE ROOF OPEN BUT CAN'T", "IT APPEARS TO BE SEALED SHUT". I TOLD HIM YES, THAT'S PART OF THE RECALL REASONING. THE BONDING DOESN'T SECURE ROOF CORRECTLY, IT COULD DETACH AND CAUSE A MAJOR ISSUE. HE THEN TOLD ME THERE'S NOTHING THEY CAN DO UNLESS IT'S OKAY THROUGH MERCEDES. I SHOWED HIM MY LETTER AGAIN STATING MERCEDES WILL REMEDY THIS PROBLEM. THEY TOLD ME THEY HAVE TO WAIT TO HEAR FROM THE MERCEDES MANUFACTURER. I THEN ASKED HIM, " IT TOOK YOUR DEALERSHIP 3 HOURS TO COMMUNICATE TO ME THAT YOU COULDN'T GET THE ROOF OPEN"?. 3 HOURS WAIT FOR THIS INFORMATION? I WAS THEN TOLD "THEY'LL GET BACK TO ME, THEY HAVE MY NUMBER". 24-72 HOURS TO GET ME A ANSWER! UNACCEPTABLE SERVICE. NOW I'M THINKING, NOTHING WILL BE DONE ABOUT THIS RECALL PROBLEM.

Service Brakes
Filed May 13, 2020CA

THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILS DURING NORMAL DRIVING . SBC PUMP FAILS SUDDENLY. AND WARNING MASSAGE TELLS YOU TO TURN OF THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION . IF SOME BODY MISS THE WARNING FOR FEW SECOND HE COULD KILL SOME BODY . NEVER SEEN BEFORE. *TR

Service Brakes
Filed Apr 2, 2020124,000 milesHI

BRAKE REMAIN ENGAGED WHEN BRAKE [FOOT] PEDALS ARE DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHT. IT ONLY DISENGAGES AFTER 0.5 SECONDS TO 1.0 SECONDS DELAY. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE PRESSED.

Structure › Body
Filed Mar 18, 2020TX

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE STATING SEAL OF SUN ROOF MIGHT FAIL AND CAUSE IT TO COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING. DEALERSHIP STATES PART NEEDED IS NOT AVAILABLE AND NO INFORMATION AVAILABLE ABOUT WHEN IT MIGHT BE.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Feb 21, 2020124,000 milesHI

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE SUNROOF DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF HONOLULU 818 KAPIOLANI BLVD, HONOLULU, HI 96813 (808) 592-5600) WHICH INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT NO REMEDY WAS AVAILABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT NO REMEDY WAS AVAILABLE FOR THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 124,000.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Feb 20, 2020124,220 milesHI

VEHICLE SUNROOF FLEW OFF ON THE FREEWAY.

Service Brakes
Filed Feb 20, 2020154,000 milesNC

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG PUDDLE RETURNED. CAN I DRIVE THIS CAR? I NEED SOMEONE TO TELL ME WHAT TO DO. THE LAST AND MOST WORRISOME THING TO ME IS THAT THERE ARE 2 DTC CODES COMING UP CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. HAD MECHANIC TO CLEAR THEN BUT THEY COME RIGHT BACK WHEN CAR IS STARTED. I NEED TO GET THIS CAR INSPECTED. SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT TO DO. MECHANIC SAID THAT THE CODE INDICATE A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE AND THAT IT MIGHT TAKE $8700 TO REPAIR EVERY THING. I DONT HAVE THAT TYPE OF MONEY. THIS IS THE CAR MAKERS PROBLEM. WHO IS LOOKING OUT FOR ME. IS THE GOVERMENT DOING THERE JOB WHEN IT COMES TO THIS CAR. HEARD THERE ARE MORE CARS LIKE THIS. OH THIS IS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. WILL THE GOVERMENT, DEALER OR MANUFACTURER BUY THIS CAR FROM ME. THIS IS A PLEA FOR HELP FROM ANYWHERE. THEY SAY THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS CAR BUT WHEN IT CAME OUT THERE WAS 1 YEAR LEFT ON CAR WARRANTY BEFORE IT RAN OUT. THE CAR DIDN'T QUIT RUNNING WHEN THE STALLING TO REPAIR THESE CARS TOOK PLACE. SOME ONE IS IN SOMEONES BACK POCKET. SOMEONE NEEDS TO DO THEIR JOB AND GET THIS PROBLEM TAKEN CARE OF ONCE AND FOR ALL. YOU MAY LOSE SOME FRIENDS IN THE PROCESS BUT THIS IS BETTER THAN SOMEONE LOSING THEIR LIFE. THIS VEHICLE HAS

Engine
Filed Feb 12, 2020161,718 milesOH

2006 MERCEDES ML350 BALANCE SHAFT - CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT - DEFECTIVE. WENT INTO LOW GEAR WHILE RUNNING. WILL NOT COME BACK TO NORMAL. CODE FROM DIAGNOSIS STATES THE PROBLEM AS TIMING CHAIN. MERCEDES STATES " MAYBE FIXED IN GOOD FAITH" . BAD BALANCE SHAFT FROM FACTORY. MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS DEFECTIVE PART. BUT WE NEED MONEY UP FRONT TO FIX WHICH WE DON'T HAVE. FROM MERCEDES REPAIR SHOP.

Engine
Filed Jan 16, 2020157,451 milesNC

CAR HAD QUARTER TANK WHEN BOUGHT. DROVE OUT GAS AND PUT ABOUT ANOTHER QUARTER TANK OF GAS IN. DROVE THIS OUT. SMELLED NO FUMES. FILLED TANK UP. HAVE SMELLED LOUD GAS SMELL FOR 1 WEEK NOW.

Service Brakes
Filed Jan 3, 2020171,000 milesCA

RECEIVED CODE C2131 PRESSURE RESERVOIR FAULTY...SAFETY BRAKE ISSUE IS IT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY? AFRAID I MAY HURT SOMEONE IF BRAKES FAIL..

Complaints 1-50 of 400, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2006
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20261100Routine
20252200Do not drive
20245400Routine
20236300Routine
20229300Routine
2021131210Routine
20208610Routine
20177010Routine
201651510Routine
201531600Routine
20142788140Above average
2013164640Routine
2012217710Above average
2011223520Above average
2010184400Routine
200964440Routine
2008173490Routine
20073505100Above average
2006 — this page400491Fatalities reported
200515000Routine
200410000Routine
20037000Routine

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2006 Mercedes-Benz E350: questions buyers ask

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 a good car?

Going by the federal record, it is one of the E350 years to avoid: owners filed 400 complaints, 2.2 times as many as a typical E350 year. The most common complaint is about the fuel and propulsion system (33%).

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350?

The fuel and propulsion system: 133 of the 400 complaints (33%) are about it. Owners most often say it leaks oil or fluid (50%) and will not start (3%). The typical report comes at 90,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?

4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Nov 19, 2024. The largest, 19V918000, covered 747,928 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

At what mileage do 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems start?

Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 90,000 miles.

Has NHTSA investigated the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350?

Yes, 2 times. The latest, EA13003 ("Fuel Leakage From The Fuel Tank"), was opened Mar 15, 2013 and closed Dec 19, 2014.

Are there service bulletins for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350?

The manufacturer filed 116 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the headlights (17), the transmission (16) and the engine (14). They include a warranty extension, NCU - 24240304, filed Mar 12, 2024. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.

Reading this record

1 death reported in complaints filed with NHTSA.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Nov 19, 2024. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.