2006 Mercedes Benz S500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S500 years
- More complaints than other years 4th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Mercedes Benz S500. That ranks 4th out of 13 S500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 93,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Mercedes Benz S500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 31% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 31% | 87,043 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 31% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 15% | 119,672 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 15% | 28,650 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 8% | 118,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Mercedes Benz S500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Mercedes Benz S500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2006 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC, VIN [XXX]. On XXX, the vehicle suddenly shut off while driving. It was not overheating. It then would not restart or crank and could not be shifted out of Park. AAA connected a jump pack, but there was no starter engagement. It required a flatbed because it is…
Vehicle stall - engine cut off - on highway at speed (50-55miles/hr) posing driver and passenger safety. No OBD error code or ECU error Similar incidents reported by Mercedes owners S500 model across USA As posted on Mercedes forums.
Safety issues 1. Engine shuts off while driving. No error codes. Starts again with key and drives fine. 2. Steering locks while driving - maneuvering a turn. Stopped the car. Turn ignition off. Turn ignition on Everything works fine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz s500. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the position sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz s500. While driving 20 mph with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle jerked before coming to a halt. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The…
Other Mercedes Benz S500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 S500 | 1 | 3 |
| 2021 S500 | 1 | 7 |
| 2007 S500 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 13 | 0 |
| 2005 S500 | 11 | 0 |
| 2004 S500 | 12 | 0 |
| 2003 S500 | 10 | 0 |
| 2002 S500 | 25 | 0 |
| 2001 S500 | 34 | 0 |
| 2000 S500 | 55 | 0 |
| 1999 S500 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 S500 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 S500 | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercedes Benz S500?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Mercedes Benz S500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2006 Mercedes Benz S500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S500 model years, the 2006 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.