2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 120 on record.
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class recalls 4
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 SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WA…
Fix: 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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINES, THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR COULD FAIL DUE TO SEPARATION OF BOND WIRES FROM THE LEAD FRAME IN THE SENSOR. THIS RESULTS IN AN INTERRUPTION IN THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN THE CHIP HOUSING OF THE SENSOR.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY. THIS ROUTING COULD LEAD TO CHAFING OF THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE COVERING THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS AT THE ENGINE MOUNT COVER.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WHERE NECESSARY, CORRECT, THE ROUTING OF THE WIRING HARNESS. IN THE CASE OF WEAR, THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE, AND IF NECESSARY, THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS, WILL BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 12, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DURING THE PRODUCTION PROCESS, THE THREADS IN THE NUT USED TO SECURE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE IN A LIMITED NUMBER OF SECOND ROW SEATS MAY BE MISSING. THE ABSENCE OF THE SCREW THREADS RESULTS IN AN INCOMPLETE CONNECTION OF THE BUCKLE TO THE SEAT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE NUT IS MISSING AND REPLACE THE SEAT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
What's a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class worth?
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 86
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 86.
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…
Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Aug 2026Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experi…
Bulletin LI35.30-P-058566 · Power Train · Jul 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2026Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078307 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078896 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is elimin…
Bulletin LI33.30-P-056665 · Power Train · Nov 2025Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is elimin…
Bulletin LI33.30-P-056665 · Power Train · May 2025Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078896 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2025Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the R-CLASS AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class trims & engines on record
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class vehicles on record
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E36A012768
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E26A029903
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E06A023842
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E86A001495
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E16A020521
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E66A016233
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E36A017765
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E86A019084
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E06A013408
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E56A004399
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E76A034949
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E36A012744
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75EX6A032974
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E46A022256
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E66A030066
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E66A020685
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65EX6A000553
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E66A025059
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75EX6A034143
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E56A013999
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R5004JGCB75E86A033945
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E56A010942
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E76A003992
2006 Mercedes-benz R-Class R3504JGCB65E36A035175