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2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has 4 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Electrical
10
Suspension
5
Powertrain
5
Engine
4
Tires
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Dec 1, 2019ENGINECRANK PULLEY/HARMONIC BALANCER WAS REPLACED AND STILL HAVE VERY BAD DANGEROUS VIBRATION ALL THE TIME
May 23, 2016ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ S500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE...
Nov 5, 2014ENGINETHIS PROBLEM HAPPEN THREE TIMES IN ABOUT 6 MINUTES IN ONE NIGHT. WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MILES PER HOUR....
Feb 18, 2014ENGINEWHY IS NO ONE DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THE BIG FAILURES OF 2005 AND 2006 MERCEDES ENGINE? CAM SHAFTS B...

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