2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 recalls and problems

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 has 4 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 recalls

Recall 24V-874: Visibility

Reported Nov 19, 2024 · 33,456 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Recall 22V-954: Visibility

Reported Dec 23, 2022 · 131,653 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Recall 21V-196: Visibility

Reported Mar 19, 2021 · 11,356 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Recall 19V-918: Visibility

Reported Dec 20, 2019 · 747,928 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Problem: 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

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

Fix: 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.

2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Exterior Lighting	1
Steering	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 130,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 117,000 miles · reported Apr 10, 2021

Very strong fuel odor inside cabin of vehicle while driving. Odor is very strong around drivers rear wheel and from the outside once parked. Smell of fuel is very strong at times while driving but seems to dissipate when driving at a faster speed I.e. On highway over 45mph. Once I come to a stop or drive below 45mph the smell is pronounced probably because it isn't being blown away from the vehicle while driving. Does not change in correlation to fuel tank fill level. Inspected fuel sender under access cap, underneath rear passenger bench driver's side on april 9th 2021. Found fuel puddling…

Steering · at 136,000 miles · reported Feb 28, 2017

Started vehicle and when in motion, I turned the steering wheel, the vehicle shuddered and made a loud grinding noise. Checked steering fluid, and it was below the minimum fluid level. Refilled steering fluid reservoir to proper levels and vehicle no longer made any noises or struggled to turn the steering wheel. Several days later the noise and difficulty steering returned when in motion and turning the steering wheel. Check steering fluid reservoir and it was below the minimum fill requirement. Inspected below the vehicle and there was a lot of steering fluid covering passenger side…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 130,000 miles · reported Sep 15, 2016

Very strong fuel odor inside cabin of vehicle while driving. Odor is very strong around drivers rear wheel and from the outside once parked. Also noticed gasoline/fuel accumulation underneath vehicle around driver's side rear, on under body panels. Smell of fuel is very strong at times while driving but seems to dissipate when driving at a faster speed I.e. On highway over 45mph. Once I come to a stop or drive below 45mph the smell is pronounced probably because it isn't being blown away from the vehicle while driving. Does not change in correlation to fuel tank fill level. Inspected fuel…

Exterior Lighting · at 73,400 miles · reported Sep 15, 2014

All of the wires going to (And inside) the headlamps have insulation cracking and falling off, exposing bare wires, with the likelihood of causing a short. I need to remove the headlamps to have then "restored", but may need to replace headlamps based on wire issue(S), at $800 per lamp.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55: 24V-874 (visibility), 22V-954 (visibility), 21V-196 (visibility), 19V-918 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (2 reports), followed by exterior lighting (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 130,000 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.