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2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

10

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Cls550 years?

Cls550 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted44 complaints2006: 10 complaints2007: 44 complaints2008: 22 complaints2009: 6 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 4 complaints2012: 31 complaints2013: 5 complaints2014: 11 complaints2015: 1 complaints2017: 1 complaints
Cls550 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 Cls550 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes330%
Fuel System330%
Electrical System110%
Other110%
Suspension110%
Tires & Wheels110%

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

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

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 5, 2018

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 9, 2021

“Re 2006 MERCEDES BENZ CLS500_ 211017_114326 On August 9, 2021, my brakes went out on the freeway when trying to dodge debris and other vehicles, when the brakes  completely went out and caused me to run over major wood pallet debris, and scared for my.life to get to the far right lane to make it…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 9, 2021

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

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · November 5, 2018

2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 — common questions

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2006 Cls550 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (3 complaints), fuel system (3 complaints), electrical system (1 complaints).

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls550. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz Cls550 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Cls550 years to avoid are 2007, 2012, 2014, 2013, 2015, 2017. The cleanest record among Cls550 years belongs to 2010.

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.