Brakes failed, red warning light alerted me, I managed to stop the car on a slight incline with emerg brake help. Luckily I was going slowly on a city street. Car was towed to mercedes in richmond va . They found nothing wrong and reset the code. Said it was fine to drive. When I questioned this, they said they could bleed the brake line, even though they admitted air in the line would not activate red brakes failed warning light. Mb richmond va stated that they thought the problem was the sbc unit, but because the 'wrong code' indicating the sbc unit was at fault, showed up, they were not required to perform the warranty work (good for 25 years )
2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 brakes complaints
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The brake system fails during normal driving . Sbc pump fails suddenly. And warning massage tells you to turn of the car. Very dangerous situation . If some body miss the warning for few second he could kill some body . Never seen before.
Brake remain engaged when brake [foot] pedals are depressed at stop light. It only disengages after 0.5 seconds to 1.0 seconds delay. This happens every time the brakes are pressed.
This vehicle is a threat to my health with all the problems I'm having with it. I have to press extra had to stop . Had brakes checked and there was no problem. There is a bad gasoline leak and loud smell of gas when I fill up. Looked under rear seat and saw gas on gas tank. Dried gas up and the big puddle returned. Can I drive this car? I need someone to tell me what to do. The last and most worrisome thing to me is that there are 2 dtc codes coming up causing the check engine light to come on. Had mechanic to clear then but they come right back when car is started. I need to get this car inspected. Someone tell me what to do. Mechanic said that the code indicate a problem with the engine and that it might take $8700 to repair every thing. I dont have that type of money. This is the car makers problem. Who is looking out for me. Is the goverment doing there job when it comes to this car. Heard there are more cars like this. Oh this is a 2006 mercedes e350. Will the goverment, dealer or manufacturer buy this car from me. This is a plea for help from anywhere. They say there is a recall on this car but when it came out there was 1 year left on car warranty before it ran out. The car didn't quit running when the stalling to repair these cars took place. Some one is in someones back pocket. Someone needs to do their job and get this problem taken care of once and for all. You may lose some friends in the process but this is better than someone losing their life. This vehicle has haad problems stationary and while moving.
Received code c2131 pressure reservoir faulty...safety brake issue is it covered under warranty? Afraid I may hurt someone if brakes fail..
While driving on us 50 my the sbc failed while driving 60mph I had no brakes the indicators told me to turn the vehicle off and to depress brakes fully. That's hard to do whn ur going 60mph... So I had to let the vehicle drift until it came to a stop on the side of the highway... Please get mb to correct this problem before someone loses their life... After this incident my check engine light came on had the vehicle diagnosed the independent mechanic said as a result of the engine revving so high when the breaks failed I got trouble codes p0016 and p0017.. Related to the balance shaft... The vehicle has not been serviced... Based on the price I was quoted in order to repair the vehicle I was told it will cost between 4 to $5.000 usd for repairs.
When driving the vehicle and error code says depressed brake pressure esp and brakes go out call dealership they said there is record of it being fixed in 2005 but it still does not work.
While I was driving on a busy street a red prompt of braking system fail decrease pressure esp goes on and I have to push brakes all the way down and use emergency braking system to stop! Dash says service brakes. Brakes were changed as well as sensors and new auxiliary battery which is very dangerous if auxiliary battery goes out braking system fails and car is hard to stop.
Takata recall. Abs malfunction, brake sensor
I was driving and lost all break pressure ran a red light and almost killed myself and others on the road. Not safe
Car brakes went out while driving on freeway 65 MPH. Sbc red light went off and car brake was fully depressed all the way to the floor and braking took too long. Car display error message was braking power decreased. Depress brake fully. Turned off car and restarted but error message disappeared and car brakes fully again. Not good at all. Now I know that problem is lurking and can happen again anytime. Very dangerous situation that could have injured me, my passenger, or another person. Totally unacceptable for any car brakes to fail just like that. Due to manufacturer incompetence.
A recall was placed on this vehicle to repair the baking system. I've complained about this matter with mbusa. We never received the notice, as a result, I'm having trouble with my brakes, and warning signs appear on my dashboard. They claimed that the warranty recall ended. They try to close my case by offering me $250.00 to go away. This becoming a safety hazard to continue this way. They sent me to one of their repair mb dealership foothill california. Complete repair cost was $3000. I've owned several mercedes. I cant get any help. Thanks (xxxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
While driving to work, the reduced braking power light illuminated and I had no brakes. I almost hit the car in front of me, but managed to swerve out of the way and make it to the brake-down lane. I shut of the ignition, and when I restarted it, the problem went away. I was very lucky, this time...
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard and the brake light illuminated. The contact engaged the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic braking pressure needed servicing. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving various speeds, the "reduce braking power" warning message displayed. The contact stated that the sentro sonic brake control unit failed. In addition, the fuel tank under the driver's seat fractured and spilled fuel in the vehicle. Centennial imports in pensacola, florida was made aware of the failure and diagnosed that the sentro sonic brake control unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. The contact stated that the brake warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sbc brake unit failed. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer (mercedes-benz of palm springs, 4095 e palm canyon dr, palm springs, ca 92264) was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the contact would have to pay for the repair. The failure mileage was 92,688.
Warning light: reduced braking power - depress pedal fully. I understand mb service bulletin s142.46-p-0012a addresses this issue but I can't get a copy on the net. Brakes fail until restart car. Dangerous. Recall the brake system for all of these cars. Mb stopped using this defective product. Vehicle was stationary when warning light went on. But dangerous to move car off of driveway
Tl* the contact owned a 2006 mercedes-benz e350w. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The air bags deployed. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The contact's vehicle was towed from the scene to mercedes-benz of ontario (3787 e guasti rd, ontario, ca 91761), but was not diagnosed. The contact's insurance company confirmed that the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
After driving my 2006 e350 for 30min return home back up parking into my drive way my brake has reduced power. Error light "service brake visit workshop" then car will not start but in the next morning, it starts? It is the same problem as the safety recall #20055110001 for 2005 but my model is 2006 not yet recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. The contact heard an abnormal noise and the vehicle prematurely stopped before fully applying the brake pedal. In addition, the warning indicator illuminated for the brake system. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (malones automotive, 271 powers ferry rd se, marietta, ga 30067, 678‑236‑3800) for diagnostic testing. The dealer initially stated that there was a manufacturer recall, but later stated that there was no recall. The dealer indicated that the manufacturer had a service campaign, but did not specify if the vehicle was included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
My car while I was driving on the street just shut down red flashing screen saying stop reduce breaking power start engine don't know it says this cause car don't have any power the gas peddle don't work the breaks didn't even good thing I was going slow in my area had to get car towed to my mechanic which they told me my air filters was clogged which I payed them to get new ones then I still wanted to find out why my car just shut down so took it to mercedes dealer in fort washington pa the check it out and said my breaks was wearing so I had to pay them 589.00 for front and back brakes sbc system they said is ok I am still scared of this car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the stop braking system warning indicator illuminated and flashed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to a local mercedes-benz dealer (located at 404 pennsylvania in pa 19034 866‑383‑0881) where it was diagnosed, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer regarding the spc pump. The failure mileage was 101,000.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving 20 MPH, the brake system warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to immediately stop the vehicle as the contact drove through a red light. The dealer was contacted at 415‑673‑1700 and informed the contact of a recall for the braking system; however, her VIN was not included. The contact was unable to provide the correct the federal safety agency campaign information. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 201,517.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact came to an abrupt stop and the brake pedal failed to respond when depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact sustained lower back and neck injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Strong fuel smell coming from the outside of vehicle
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.
Driving on I-270 at 55 MPH suddenly brakes stopped functioning at all, dashboard turned red with the message reduced braking power depress brake pedal fully, but there was no braking power at all. Almost lost control.... Scared I was going to hit another car or involve in accident... Vehicle was in motion.
I experienced immediate brake failure while driving with no advanced warning. Received red light warning messaging stating reduced braking ability and to visit workshop. Immediately stepped fully on brake pedal with minimal to no response. Car eventually slowed down to a stop. A significant collision was avoided because I was driving around 15 MPH on a residential side-street with no other traffic at the time. Had I been traveling on a major road at 35-40mph with moderate traffic I would have been unable to avoid a serious collision. Mercedes benz has recognized this braking issue and ordered an extended 10 year warranty with unlimited miles on the hydraulic sbc system, but I was told my 2006 vehicle was "out of warranty" by the dealership and would need to pay $2275 for repairing the hydraulic sbc. This problem is an immediate safety concern given the acute failure of the braking system and the high likelihood of a serious accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. After starting the vehicle, a brake visit workshop warning indicator illuminated. The contact noticed that the warning indicator continuously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensortronic brake control unit failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v296000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
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