2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 3%of 400 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,744miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350, 3% of the 400 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,744 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle often smells of gas fume. This problem has occurred intermittently since I first owned the car in 2012. It is very severe sometimes . I was unable to determine the source of the problem until the fuel pump began to malfunction and I took the car to a mechanic who informed that this was a known issue with this particular model vehicle. Updated 09/14/15”
NHTSA complaint #10745683, filed 2015-08, 75,000 miles“For several times now I can smelling a strong odor of gasoline inside and outside of the car, even more so after pumping gas on the car. Sometimes I can see a small leak into the parking space.”
NHTSA complaint #10749010, filed 2015-08, 112,000 miles“For the past few years I have noticed a strong smell of gasoline in the garage when I fill-up my car. I got into the practice of filling-up only 3/4 of the tank and the smell of gas was less noticeable then. For the past week I have noticed the smell of gas is very strong no matter how much gas in the tank. I am very concerned. The gasoline smell gives me a headache and I am sure is not good for my health and could lead to a possible explosion. I think the manufacturer should recall and fix this defect.”
NHTSA complaint #10764642, filed 2015-09, 55,000 miles“2006 mercedes benz model E350. Strong fuel odor emanating from rear area (trunk) of vehicle on the outside. Car would not start and towed by aaa to mercedes benz dealership/car repair. Aaa tow driver stated that the odor of gasoline was so strong he was tempted in calling the fire department. Mercedes benz service representative informed us at first that car was full of water. Originally the mechanic claimed he found a pool of water inside the car's trunk. …”
NHTSA complaint #10476612, filed 2012-09, 72,488 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. While driving approximately 45 to 50 MPH, the vehicle approached a ramp and applied the brakes. Messages on the instrument panel illuminated that read reduced brake pressure and depress brake fully , traction control , ABS , and check engine lights . In addition, the steering wheel locked up when the brakes were applied. The vehicle was pulled over, turned off, restarted, and driven home. The failure recurred. The vehicle was driven to a mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10892942, filed 2016-08, 129,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10205154Aug 5, 2016Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
- 10021246Aug 1, 2008Install software for navigation system. *kb updated 3/5/09.
- 10025554Mar 1, 2008Mercedes benz service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Check fuel filter module assembly and repair or replace if necessary. Models 211 and 219 amg. Model…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 20% |
| 2023 | 3 | 50% |
| 2022 | 3 | 33% |
| 2020 | 3 | 38% |
| 2017 | 3 | 43% |
| 2016 | 8 | 16% |
| 2015 | 3 | 10% |
| 2014 | 27 | 10% |
| 2013 | 16 | 10% |
| 2012 | 17 | 8% |
| 2011 | 18 | 8% |
| 2010 | 19 | 10% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 7 | 4% |
| 2007 | 6 | 2% |
| 2006 | 11 | 3% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350
219 complaintsBrakes
54 complaintsEngine
50 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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