There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 35,853 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Tires · at 13,000 miles · reported Jul 2, 2024
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500 equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Extreme Contact, Tire Sizes: 275/40/ZR18 and 275/35/ZR18, DOT Numbers: 1HW0FBD0A and 1AF0FB0M5 respectively. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the neighbor informed the contact that the driverâs side front and rear tires were flat. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the tires were diagnosed with a slow leak on the sidewall. The tires were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
Service Brakes · at 152,000 miles · reported Mar 23, 2019
I was driving my mercedes on the highway when the light flashed on for the brakes saying braking power reduced. All of a sudden I could not stop my car, I was so scared on the highway I really thought I was going to die. Me and my boyfriend was in the car at the time. Somehow I got over to the far lane towards the guardrail where no one normally drives and then I rolled the car until it slowed all the way down and then I forced it into park. Smh there should really be something about this. Now I fear to drive my car ever again.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 35,853 miles · reported Jan 6, 2015
Extremely strong fuel odor upon leaving fuel stop for the past several fill ups. Took vehicle in for diagnosis and discovered that fuel tank is cracked and needs to be replaced. I AM reporting this because the repair garage told me it is a major problem in the same area of the fuel tank that affects my vehicle and that they have repaired this same issue on my vehicle model all the time.
Power Train · at 2,200 miles · reported Aug 22, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated while accelerating at various speeds, the transmission jerked and shimmied. Also, when the vehicle was stopped, the transmission banged. Both problems were intermittent. The dealership replaced the computer and transmission, but the problem persisted.
Air Bags · reported Apr 27, 2006
I was driving down the road when my active head restraints deployed and struck my head and neck. The sound when they activated was like a gunshot inside the car. The dealer said they found no reason for the deployment. They say nothing is wrong with the car.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500?
Owners report air bags problems most often (2 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 35,853 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.