How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have?

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Of 11 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline.

2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 404 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 08V303000 2008-07-07 404 affected

Defect

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…

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Complaints by component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE BRAKES

WHEELS

Total complaints11

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“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…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2014-03-22

“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…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2013-11-25

“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…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2013-11-22

“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…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2013-05-23

“I'm writing to lodge a complaint concerning a dangerous fuel leak into the cabin of my parents' 2006 mercedes benz e 350 (vin [xxx]), which has resulted in gas soaking the rear insulation pad, sound pad, & rear seat cushion, all of which are "soaked" in gas (per the repair recommendation from mb…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2013-01-31

“Fuel smell when vehicle is filled up ...fuel leaking at top of fuel tank ...this is a know problem with the w211 e class cars from 2003 to 2009 dealer wants 2000.00 to repair this flaw in the fuel system mercedes will not help at all with this known problem. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-05-12

“This isn't a complaint, it is a request for consideration of or assistance for the replacement of the gasoline tank for my vehicle. When I took ownership from the previous owner, the first time I filled up the gas tank, the vehicle was emitting a strong gasoline odor. I took the vehicle to the…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2012-04-12

“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…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-03-12