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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2006 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
2
Complaints
128
Latest campaign
Apr 26, 2024

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic22Apr 26, 2024
24V29800022V315000

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
2Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Apr 26, 2024Latest campaign
Apr 26, 202424V298000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Do not drive until repaired
DetailsHide details for campaign 24V298000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V298000 · Apr 26, 2024
May 9, 202222V315000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Do not drive until repaired
DetailsHide details for campaign 22V315000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Risk
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V315000 · May 9, 2022
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component128

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
128Complaints filed
4Involving a crash
14Involving a fire
6Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Suspension3124000
Power train2016100
Electrical system2016063
Engine1713010
Engine and engine cooling1713000
Seats13100125
Steering108000
Exterior lighting97012
Service brakes65000
Unknown or other65100
Air bags54101
Hydraulic43000
Electronic stability control (ESC)32000
Vehicle speed control32100
Fuel system32000

7 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Steering

    “The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the power steering was not functioning, after which the vehicle lost all power.”

    Filed 10/10/2023 · ODI 11549204
  • Suspension

    “My 2006 R-500 is leaning from the (front and back) passenger side, causing the vehicle to be unsecure to drive... It feels like both side tires are TOTALLY FLAT.”

    Filed 02/02/2023 · ODI 11505241
  • Service brakes

    “The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic).”

    Filed 01/24/2023 · ODI 11503415

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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class. The most recent, 24V298000 (reported April 26, 2024), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 2 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class?

Suspension is the most-reported component, named in 31 complaints out of 128 filed with NHTSA (24%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 14 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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