2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 recalls and problems

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 has 4 safety recalls and 33 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 CLS55 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 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 CLS55 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	19
Fuel System, Gasoline	7
Wheels	4
Tires	3
Service Brakes	3
Power Train	2
Equipment	1
Structure	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
Wheels › Rim — 2
Tires › Sidewall — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 62,475 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 complaints

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

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 88,000 miles · reported May 10, 2021

Anytime fuel tank is filled, there is strong gasoline smell. It seems smell is most intense when parked inside the garage. Gasoline smell persists when driving. Usually notice smell minimize when car has run for approximately 24-50 miles distance. Old dealer mentioned fuel tank would have to be replaced. This had been an ongoing problem since purchase of this used vehicle in 2013.

Service Brakes · at 80,000 miles · reported Nov 27, 2016

Vehicle sbs system. System at end of life according to code stored. Dealer advises that recall for my vehicle expired august 2015. Never received notice from mb. Costing me a fortune. Afraid to drive vehicle because of how sudden the system shuts down. Dealer tells me the system in the pump is breaking down.

Service Brakes · at 80,000 miles · reported Apr 13, 2016

The contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz cls55. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The contact stated that the brakes had to be pumped in order to slow down and the emergency brake was engaged to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sbc pump had failed and would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 61,000 miles · reported Jan 6, 2015

Recall campaign number 2008-020001. This is a known defect that mercedes refuses to repair. Very dangerous fuel leak. Fuel puddling inside cabin under rear seat. Fire hazard and health hazard.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Nov 14, 2014

Fuel sender unit was recalled in 2008, only months before we purchased the vehicle as the 2nd owner. This was purchased as a certified pre owned vehicle. We have obtained a vehicle master inquiry from mercedes benz and there is nothing that makes it very clear that the original recall was ever handled properly. In 2013, we experienced s strong odor of fuel when the car was filled with gasoline. The car seemed to lag at takeoff, out of turns, and idled roughly. When the vehicle was brought in for service, we were told nothing of the recall, and were charged $1,015.00 to replace the part (Which…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55: 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 CLS55?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (19 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 62,475 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.