Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class, the most recent reported on July 7, 2008 (Electrical system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is tires (2 complaints), followed by air bags (1).

How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class recalls and problems

2 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class recalls

Electrical system

NHTSA campaign 08V303000 · reported July 7, 2008 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 404 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.
The risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
The fix: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 05V560000 · reported December 20, 2005 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 61,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with sport model steering wheels fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." in certain low risk air bag deployment tests conducted by NHTSA, using an out-of-position unbelted 5th percentile female crash test dummy, irregularities were demonstrated indicating that occupants may not be properly protected in a crash.
The risk: In the event of a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained which could result in injuries.
The fix: Dealers will install a new air bag inflator module free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Tires2
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Exterior lighting1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Power train1
Seats1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 1, 2010 · Air bags · 36,000 miles
BATTERY WENT DEAD ON OUR 2006 C320 MERCEDES THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AFTER THE CAR WAS RESTARTED AND THE DEALER CLLAIMS THE BAG CAN DEPLOY WITHOUT WARNIG IF NOT REPAIRED THE CAR ONLY HAS 36000 MILES THEY REFUSED TO FIX PROBLEM WIYH OUY BEING PAID BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS 30 DAYS OUT OF WARRANTY.

Oct 18, 2007 · Tires · 11,025 miles
HIGHWAY CRUISING AT STEADY STATE SPEED, APROX 65 MPH. RIGHT FRONT TIRE FAILURE. CONTROL WAS MAINTAINED. PULLED OFF TO SHOULDER AND REPLACED TIRE WITH SPARE. TIRE IS BEING REPLACED. DAMAGED TIRE IS AVAILABLE.

Aug 24, 2006 · Structure · 1,500 miles
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WEARING SUNGLASSES THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS NOT READABLE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS HOW THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED. UPDATED 09/15/06.

Aug 1, 2006 · Engine and engine cooling · 9,000 miles
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE BRAKE PEDAL SHAKES WHILE DEPRESSED. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.

Apr 17, 2006 · Seats · 3,800 miles
THE MERCEDES CLK350 VIN […]- THE PASSENGER SEAT AND DRIVER SEAT WHEN RELEASED TO ALLOW A REAR PASSENGER OUT OF THE CAR CAUSES THE HEAD REST TO AUTOMATICALLY DESCEND AND CAN TRAP THE REAR OCCUPANTS HAND IN PLACE AS IT DID WITH A 10 YEAR CHILD IN MY CAR. THE CONTROL TO RAISE THE HEADREST IS DISABLED WHEN THE SEAT IS IN…

C Class model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2003	0	9	1	0
2004	1	15	2	2
2005	2	5	0	0
2006	2	9	0	0
2008	1	13	2	2

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Questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class, the most recent reported on July 7, 2008 (Electrical system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is tires (2 complaints), followed by air bags (1).
How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 1, 2010.