There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S430, but owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Mercedes-Benz S430 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 112,601 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2006 Mercedes-Benz S430 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 134,000 miles · reported Dec 17, 2018
The contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz s430. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started to jerk and all the warning indicators illuminated and flickered on the instrument panel. The contact drove the vehicle home and it stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and the key failed to release from the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was completed, but no failure code was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000.
Electrical System · reported Aug 28, 2018
2006 mercedes benz s 430. Consumer states that instrument panel in vehicle went out. The consumer stated the manufacturer refused to honor the recall due to the vehicle's age.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 91,000 miles · reported Jul 20, 2017
My door lock would not work, could not even manually open them from the console. Took it in to be repaired, was told that the actuator had fried and melted the unit. It was replaced and within several weeks the "new actuator " also fried. Was told that the computer system would shut it down but the unit continues to run even when the car was turned off! With the unit being in the trunk it's a miracle that the car did not catch on fire. In order to repair this unit, and hopefully they must remove all doors head rest and seats check all vacuum lines to find out which one is leaking, and or…
Electrical System · reported Aug 3, 2016
Do not buy these spec-d headlamp for 2006 s-430 after 6 months it went defective I bought them from carid in november 2015 june/july 2016 they went completely dead see picture below
Electrical System · reported Jul 28, 2016
The contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz s430. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the instrument panel failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the instrument panel cluster failed, but was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 06v028000 (Interior lighting). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S430 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S430 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S430?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (6 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 112,601 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.