Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500, the most recent reported on April 26, 2024 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500?

Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by power train (7).

How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 37 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 37 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500.

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 ML500 recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 24V298000 · reported April 26, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 15,604 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 22V315000 · reported May 9, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 350,294 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system8
Power train7
Service brakes, hydraulic5
Steering5
Air bags4
Vehicle speed control4
Seats3
Unknown or other3
Exterior lighting2
Service brakes2

What owners report

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

Nov 17, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported
THE ESP AND ABS MALFUNCTIONED AND THE VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND HIT PARKED VEHICLES CAUSING MULTIPLE DAMAGES AND INJURIES TO ME.

Apr 1, 2024 · Electrical system · 200,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger's side rear door glass had independently fallen into the door. The contact stated a burning odor was on the interior of the vehicle. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed…

Jan 17, 2024 · Electrical system
I am experiencing malfunctions of the Seat Belt, electrical and breaking system

Apr 27, 2023 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 125,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undetermined speed, the vehicle accelerated and crashed into a tree. The brake pedal was applied but it failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver-side air bag was deployed. The contact…

Oct 28, 2022 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 132,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power whenever the ignition was bumped. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was…

ML500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2003	0	13	0	2
2004	0	18	0	3
2005	0	3	0	0
2006	2	37	3	5
2007	2	9	1	5
2008	1	0	0	0

Across all years, the 2006 ML500 has the most complaints (37). All Mercedes-Benz ML500 years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500, the most recent reported on April 26, 2024 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500?: Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by power train (7).
How many 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 37 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 17, 2025.