The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to function as intended. The brake pedal was depressed down to the floorboard. The contact's mother used the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed with Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) system failure. The contact was informed that the Sensotronic Brake Control system needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained with the mechanic unrepaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to report the failure to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E350: ABS light or ABS activating
8 of the 400 complaints about the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 133,000
- recalls
- 0
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
- 20231
- 20161
- 20145
- 20121
- 20101
- 20071
- 20068
- 20051
What owners say
Takata recall. Abs malfunction, brake sensor
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While starting the vehicle, the ABS indicator was constantly illuminated. While driving various speeds, the brakes independently applied. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact to call the mercedes-benz dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that a diagnostic test was needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed due to the diagnostic fee. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.
The sbc brake system on my auto is showing a warning to send the car to the dealer. They told me I needed a new ABS system $2200.00. Many mercedes owners are having the same problems with the sbc brake system. The brakes are very difficult and dangerous to work on! The hydraulics should have a lifetime warranty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving approximately 45 to 50 MPH, the vehicle approached a ramp and applied the brakes. Messages on the instrument panel illuminated that read "reduced brake pressure and depress brake fully", "traction control", "ABS", and "check engine lights". In addition, the steering wheel locked up when the brakes were applied. The vehicle was pulled over, turned off, restarted, and driven home. The failure recurred. The vehicle was driven to a mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000.
Defective ABS system, sbc system. Sensotronic brake control system not functioning.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated the brake failed numerous times while attempting to stop the vehicle. The ABS light illuminated and a beep sound was heard while the failure occurred. The contact was able to avoid a crash by increasing the brake distance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times where the diagnostic test indicated recall 04v296000 sensotronic brake control was not the cause of failure. The dealer confirmed that the battery was causing the brakes to fail. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.
The transmission (7 speed) in my mercedes e350 wagon experienced a "valve body" failure that disables all steering boost, brake boost, ABS system, esp systems and transmission control. This failure if it occurs during travel will make in almost impossible to steer or brake or control the transmission. The electronic brake and stability controls systems fail. The failure of my vehicle occurred while stopped but, had I been in travel I would not have had much control and would not have been able to respond to normal traffic conditions in a safe way.
Service bulletins that may apply
- The warranty on the SBC Hydraulic Unit for MY 2003-2006 Model 211, MY 2006 Model 219, and Model Year...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- The purpose of this letter is to advise you of additional benefits that Mercedes-Benz is providing to you...
- Mercedes: vehicle fails star diagnosis test; inspect brake system for air." models 230, 219, and 211
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350?
8 of 400 owner complaints about the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 (2%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350?
There are 0 recalls and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350
Fuel smell 147Fuel leak 63Check engine light 40Fuel pump 36Fuel gauge 29Brake failure 16Stalling 13Jerking 9Won't shift 9Engine failure 6Loss of power 5Premature wear 5Won't start 5
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