Model year
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 2 complaints for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA also lists 4 recalls and 126 complaints under R320, R350, and R500. Those counts are separate from the numbers above. The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE (1), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM (1). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 14–16 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $5,150–$5,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2006 2 complaints
- 2007 4 complaints
- 2008 38 complaints
- 2009 17 complaints
- 2010 13 complaints
- 2011 18 complaints
- 2012 8 complaints
- 2013 0 complaints
Recalls
08V303000 · Jul 7, 2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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,…
08V006000 · Jan 9, 2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
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.
06V101000 · Apr 3, 2006
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
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.
06V098000 · Apr 3, 2006
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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.
Complaints
2 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Other NHTSA names
These names matched the same EPA model but are not included in the headline counts above.
| Name | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| R320 | 0 | 1 |
| R350 | 2 | 99 |
| R500 | 2 | 26 |
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R350 · 3.5L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| R500 · 5L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 12 | 17 | 14 | — | — | $5,850 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.