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2006 Mercedes-Benz S55: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55: 0 recalls, 2 owner complaints and up to 16 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
2owner complaints
0mention a crash
16best combined mpg
2006 Mercedes-Benz S55
Photo: idalingi · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55.

eManualOnline Download (PDF), keep forever

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Most $25–$78, one-time
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Mitchell 1 DIY Online access, factory-level data

Pro-shop repair procedures, wiring diagrams and TSBs for your exact car.

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ALLDATAdiy Online access, factory OEM info

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.

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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Engine2
Electrical1

What owners describe

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 has 2 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 4 S55 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 3).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
5.4 L 8-cylAutomatic (S5)Rear-Wheel Drive132016Premium

FAQ

Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (2), electrical (1).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 get?

EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (5.4 L, Automatic (S5)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other S55 years

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