2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C Class. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 08V303000Jul 7, 2008404 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz C Class 2005–2006, SLK 2005–2009, E Class 2003–2006 +13 more

  Reported issue: 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, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit…

  Possible consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.

  Remedy: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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• 05V560000Dec 20, 200561,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz C Class 2005–2006

  Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with sport model steering wheels fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." in certain low risk air bag deployment tests conducted by nhtsa, using an out-of-position unbelted 5th percentile female crash test dummy, irregularities were demonstrated indicating that occupants may not be properly protected in a…

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained which could result in injuries.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a new air bag inflator module free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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