Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Brake Booster Corrosion May Impair Braking
- Summary
- 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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
- Consequence
- Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
Brake Booster Corrosion May Impair Braking
- Summary
- 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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
- Consequence
- Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
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Owner complaints (172)
172 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 172 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 43 | 25% |
| Engine | 36 | 20.9% |
| Electrical system | 29 | 16.9% |
| Service brakes | 20 | 11.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 17 | 9.9% |
| Steering | 16 | 9.3% |
| Seats | 14 | 8.1% |
| Air bags | 9 | 5.2% |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 5.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 4.1% |
How 2006 compares with other ML350 years
Best and worst ML350 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | 25 | 0 |
| 2004 | 35 | 0 |
| 2005 | 23 | 0 |
| 2006 | 172 | 2 |
| 2007 | 83 | 2 |
| 2008 | 67 | 2 |
| 2009 | 93 | 3 |
| 2010 | 101 | 3 |
| 2011 | 111 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $5,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $5,150 | 555 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2006 ML350 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 24V298000 (brake), 22V315000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 problems?
Owners filed 172 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (43), Engine (36), Electrical system (29) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic version at 14 city, 19 highway and 16 combined mpg.
How does the 2006 ML350 compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2006 the most (172). The 2006 drew 172. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.