MYRModel Year Report

2006 Mercedes-Benz R350

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2006 Mercedes-Benz R350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:07:03.388Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes-Benz R350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2006: 99 complaints 2006 2007: 47 complaints 2007 2008: 35 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 18 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2012
2006: 99 complaints
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YearComplaints
200699
200747
200835
200915
201013
201118
20128

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SUSPENSION 26%

26% of complaints: suspension — 26 distinct reports on file.

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YESTERDAY, WHILE PARKED, I NOTICED THE CAR IS LEANING TOWARDS LEFT SIDE. MECHANIC CHECKED AND FOUND THE AIR SPRING BAG WAS LEAKING. ALSO, THE STRUT ON RIGHT GOT SHOT. MANY OWNERS HAVE THE SAME COMPLAINT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171212

ENGINE 17%

17% of complaints: engine — 17 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R350. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR TAILGATE AREA WAS BURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE PROBLEM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131203

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220630 — service brakes, hydraulic

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 22V315000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240524 — service brakes, hydraulic

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 24V298000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Mercedes-Benz R350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 22V315000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V298000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R350 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 R350?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R350 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.