2006 Mercedes-Benz R500 Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 4%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500, 4% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles.
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.
“Have computer issues that are reporting and shutting down braking systems, speed controls, eps, ABS. Independent mechanic (mercedes specialist) reports this is a well known problem on model years 2005 and up, he has multiple vehicles in for repairs to electronic systems. I just spent 1,384.00 plus a week later, more codes meaning another 600+ to repair. He says these electronics systems are a constant source of his income. The rclass is causing me breakdowns, if I turn off engine when it is hot, I will be stalled and unable to crank it until it cools off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10546221, filed 2013-09, 63,000 milesElectronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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