2006 Mercedes-Benz R350 suspension problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R350 — 26% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Yesterday, while parked, I noticed the car is leaning towards left side. Mechanic checked and found the air spring bag was leaking. Also, the strut on right got shot. Many owners have the same complaint. I'm scared to travel with my kids and grand kids in the car. These cars must be recalled for…”
filed Dec 12, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz r350. The contact stated that the suspension failed on the front passenger side of the vehicle while parked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the compressor, relay, fuse link, air suspension, and core return needed to be…”
filed Aug 3, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other R350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 R350 | 12 | 34% |
| 2007 R350 | 16 | 34% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R350
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.