repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 34 owner complaints about the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-874 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 19, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 has problems
34 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Fuel system, gasoline
16Fuel/propulsion system
2Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 19 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other AMG E55 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG E55 median. How we score
'03'04'05'06
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leakage From The Fuel TankNo recall
- Driver Air Bag Circuit High ResistanceNo recall
- Fuel System (Tank/Sender) LeakageNo recall
In owners' words
What AMG E55 owners report
Recent fuel system, gasoline complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E55. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE FUEL FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WALTER'S MERCEDES-BENZ OF RIVERSIDE [PHONE], LOCATED AT 3213 ADAMS ST, RIVERSIDE, CA 92504) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED…
STRONG SMELL OF GAS AROUND REAR OF DRIVER SIDE AND ALSO INSIDE OF CAR. I REMOVED THE BACK SEAT AND FUEL PUMP COVER TO FIND GAS POOLING INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT. GAS WAS ALSO STEAMING OUT OF A PLASTIC PIECE CONNECTED TO A HOSE. PHOTOS WERE TAKEN FOR DOCUMENTATION.
STRONG SMELL OF GAS AROUND REAR OF DRIVER SIDE AND ALSO INSIDE OF CAR. I REMOVED THE BACK SEAT AND FUEL PUMP COVER TO FIND GAS POOLING INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT. GAS WAS ALSO STREAMING OUT OF A PLASTIC PIECE CONNECTED TO A HOSE. *TR
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