MYRModel Year Report

2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55

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2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:06:23.981Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
34
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

56% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 70 complaints 2003 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34
2003: 70 complaints 2003 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34
2003: 70 complaints 2003 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34

2006: 34 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200370
2004111
2005132
200634

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

56% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E55. The contact stated that there were fuel fumes inside the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-05

Just bought the car, and first time I filled the tank up (Never topoff) started noticing a smell of gas, as the week went by smell increased.....followed forums suggestions and found a puddle of gas on top of the sending unit under the rear seat on...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-19

Summary: both fuel sending units leaking from the top of the fuel tank. Fuel was puddling under the rear seats and was dripping on to the ground. My 6 year old son got in the car this morning and complained that it smelled like gas.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-08

Fuel/propulsion system

47% · 16 reports
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I was driving my car and the inside started to smell like gasoline, and after that I noticed it was leaking from outside, and when I started to investigate, it started to come from it looked like my fuel pump on the drivers side, fuel started to...

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-09

Please reference existing NHTSA complaint #PE12001. My 2006 mercedes E55 has raw fuel puddling under the rear seat area behind the driver's seat. There appears to be a leak from the housing or tank itself in this area.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-24

I came outside to my car and could not get it to start. The car would crank but would not turn on. Had the car towed to the local mercedes dealership (Euro motorcars in germantown, md).

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-31

Suspension

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing air suspension system and front.

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Sitting in 2006 E55 amg mercedes benz station wagon on Saturday August 29 2010 at shopping center in when right front airmatic suspension gave way. Car was not moving at time. Car now sitting in my driveway until this dangerous issue is resolved.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-02

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e 55. While driving 65 MPH he heard 2 loud pops and then the vehicle collapsed to the ground. Sparks flew all over the highway, which almost caused a major crash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-02

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2010-05-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-11-24 Driver Air Bag Circuit High Resistance
  2. I
    2012-01-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-03-18 Fuel System (Tank/Sender) Leakage
  3. I
    2013-03-15Engineering analysisClosed 2014-12-19 Fuel Leakage From The Fuel Tank
  4. R
    2020-07-10Visibility19V918000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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  5. R
    2021-05-07Visibility21V196000 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...

    Remedy: 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.

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  6. R
    2023-02-03Visibility22V954000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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  7. R
    2025-01-10Visibility24V874000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V918000 · Visibility
  • Recall 21V196000 · Visibility
  • Recall 22V954000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V874000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.