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2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 sits mid-pack among Amg Cls55 years: 41 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 41, with 4 recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 63% of all reports (26 of 41), far ahead of tires & wheels at 7.

41

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

What are the most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System2663%
Tires & Wheels717%
Brakes37%
Transmission25%
Other12%
Electrical System12%
Body & Structure12%

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V874000Visibility & WipersNovember 19, 2024 · 33,456 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Consequence

A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

22V954000Visibility & WipersDecember 23, 2022 · 131,653 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

21V196000Visibility & WipersMarch 19, 2021 · 11,356 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence

A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.

19V918000Visibility & WipersDecember 20, 2019 · 747,928 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Consequence

A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ CLS55. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES WERE EMITTING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDER THE BACK SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · September 25, 2014

“I PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED A COMPLAINT (NVS-216 MEC; REF. NO. 10130172) CONCERNING THE FAILURE OF 3 RIMS/WHEELS AND TWO TIRES ON MY 2006 MERCEDES CLS55. SINCE THAT TIME WITH LESS THAN 11,000 MILES ON THE CAR THERE HAS BEEN AN ADDITIONAL FAILURE OF FOUR MORE RIMS AND FOUR MORE TIRES. THIS IS A TOTAL OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 11, 2005

“VEHICLE SBS SYSTEM. SYSTEM AT END OF LIFE ACCORDING TO CODE STORED. DEALER ADVISES THAT RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE EXPIRED AUGUST 2015. NEVER RECEIVED NOTICE FROM MB. COSTING ME A FORTUNE. AFRAID TO DRIVE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF HOW SUDDEN THE SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN. DEALER TELLS ME THE SYSTEM IN THE PUMP IS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 1, 2016

“NO WARNING EVENTS. AUTOMATIC SHIFTER FREEZES IN GEAR. REPAIRED ONCE - RECURRED. REPAIRED AGAIN - RECURRED. WIRING REROUTED TO ANOTHER CIRCUIT - SHIFTER NOW JERKS AS IT GOES INTO GEAR. WE ARE CONCERNED ABOUT FAILURE AGAIN. MERCEDES CLAIMED THAT A CASE FILE WAS SET UP AND THAT WE WERE THE ONLY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 4, 2006

“CRACKS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL SENDING UNIT CAUSE FUEL TO LEAK OUT AFTER FILLING TANK. FUEL SMELL IN CABIN EXTREME, FUEL THEN LEAKS OUT NEAR LEFT REAR WHEEL AND POOLS WHERE PARKED. CERTAINLY A SAFETY ISSUE! *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 1, 2012

2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 — common questions

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Amg Cls55: 41 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2006 Amg Cls55 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (26 complaints), tires & wheels (7 complaints), brakes (3 complaints).

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls55. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.