2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 problems by component
50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 16 | 32% | 79,000 mi |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 15 | 30% | 76,320 mi |
| Air Bags | 4 | 8% | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 8% | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 6% | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 6% | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4% | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 2% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.