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

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E Class?

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3).

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

1 of 10 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class recalls and problems

1 recall and 10 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E 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.

Most reported problems

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

Fuel system, gasoline3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Air bags2
Electrical system1
Service brakes1
Wheels1

What owners report

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

Mar 23, 2014 · Service brakes · 168,000 miles
WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 25 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND I COMPLETELY LOST THE BRAKE FUNCTION, THE CAR WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. I STEERED THE CAR TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER AND IT TOOK IT ANOTHER 200 TO 300 FEET TO STOP. THE DASH TURNED RED AND HAD A WARNING STOP REDUCED BRAKING POWER DEPRESS…

Mar 7, 2014 · Fuel/propulsion system
2006 MERCEDES E350 PURCHASED IN NOVEMBER 2007. CURRENT MILEAGE LESS THAN 90K. IN MARCH 2012 I ENTERED MY GARAGE AND SMELLED A HEAVY SCENT OF GASOLINE. VEHICLE TAKEN TO MERCEDES BENZ OF BUCKHEAD. ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH FUEL LEAKING UNDER BACK PASSENGER SEAT. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN AN…

Jan 11, 2014 · Fuel system, gasoline · 73,410 miles
WHENEVER MY CAR FILLED UP (NOT OVER FILL) WITH GASOLINE, THE STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WILL LAST A FEW DAYS. THE CAR WAS INVESTIGATED BY MERCEDES DEALER, THEY FOUND FUEL PUDDLED AT SENDER UNDERNEATH THE REAR SEAT ON LEFT SIDE. THEY STATED THAT THE CAR IS NOT SAFE FOR USE AT THIS TIME DUE TO FIRE HAZARD. HOWEVER, THEY…

Nov 26, 2013 · Fuel system, gasoline · 73,410 miles
EACH TIME AFTER FILL UP THE GASOLINE (NO OVER FILL), I HAVE TO SMELL THE FUEL SMELL FOR ONE OR TWO DAYS. I HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE 2009, BUT THE ODOR IS GETTING EXTREMELY STRONG. I WENT TO A LOCAL MERCEDES DEAL FOR INSPECTION,THEY CHARGED ME $175 AND INSISTED THAT IT IS NOT RECALL ITEM. THE INSPECTION SHOWS: 73412 FUEL…

Jul 11, 2013 · Air bags · 65,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E280. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE STOMACH. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. A POLICE WAS REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND AFTER…

E Class model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2003	4	45	3
2004	4	15	2
2005	3	9	0
2006	1	10	1
2008	0	5	0

Across all years, the 2003 E Class has the most complaints (45). All Mercedes-Benz E Class years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E Class?: Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3).
How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 10 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 March 23, 2014.