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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550.

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recalls
7
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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 CLS550 recalls

Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA campaign 22V954000 · reported December 23, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 131,653 vehicles potentially affected

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

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 9, 2026 · Service brakes

A malfunction of the Sensotronic Brake System (SBC) which is covered under Mercedes campaign [phone removed] was amended to include model year 2006 CLS 500 W219 (my model). While driving the vehicle SBC warning light came on and the vehicle slowed canceling acceleration and braking causing the vehicle to limp while in…

Jul 14, 2023 · Unknown or other

Recall Campaign #[phone removed].

Nov 5, 2022 · Wheels

Fuel/propulsion system failed during operation on X-Way. Squeaking noise front suspension. Wheel rims cracking. Replacement key fob not working.

Jan 24, 2022 · Service brakes

The 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500 was designed with a SBC braking system that uses a microcomputer to monitor the car and driver actions. The system sounds like a milestone achievement in braking technology, unfortunately its prone to failure. The entire system relies on electronics. Before long, wiring in the SBC braking…

Dec 13, 2021 · Service brakes

No notice Brake Failure. Coming up to the corner of my sub-division before making a right turn onto a busy 4 lane road, Stepped on the brakes and nothing happened ! Swerved to the left to avoid hitting a jeep that was stopped in front of me also waiting for traffic to clear enough to make the right turn. My car…

CLS550 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2006 1700
2007 43501
2008 31700
2009 3410

Across all years, the 2007 CLS550 has the most complaints (35). All Mercedes-Benz CLS550 years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550, the most recent reported on December 23, 2022 (Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (4 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3).
How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 9, 2026.