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2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 is among the quieter years of the Amg E55 on NHTSA's books: 37 complaints (65% below the model's median year), 4 recalls, and no open investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 95% of all reports (35 of 37), far ahead of suspension at 2.

37

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

3

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Amg E55 years?

Amg E55 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted151 complaints2003: 82 complaints2004: 129 complaints2005: 151 complaints2006: 37 complaints
Amg E55 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System3595%
Suspension25%

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 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 E 55. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES EMITTED IN AN AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 21, 2014

“SITTING IN 2006 E55 AMG MERCEDES BENZ STATION WAGON ON SATURDAY AUGUST 29 2010 AT SHOPPING CENTER IN WHEN RIGHT FRONT AIRMATIC SUSPENSION GAVE WAY. CAR WAS NOT MOVING AT TIME. CAR NOW SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY UNTIL THIS DANGEROUS ISSUE IS RESOLVED. CAR HAS APPROX 38000 MILES. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · August 29, 2010

2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 — common questions

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 37 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Amg E55 year, with 4 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2006 Amg E55 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (35 complaints), suspension (2 complaints).

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Amg E55 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

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.