2006 Mercedes-Benz R350: check engine light

Filed Jun 20, 2022 · Engine · MD

My car has stalled several times, either when I am driving, or when I stop at a traffic light. Rough idling and/or running when stopped at a red light or driving at speeds that wouldn’t normally be an issue. Engine stalling or misfiring, and car sometimes have trouble starting up. Loud rattling or vibrating noises from the engine. The check engine light is turned on. I took it to Mercedes Benz Dealership in Brooklyn, NY and was told it is a Balance Shaft problem, and they told me it could cost me about $9,000.00. Further research informs me that the problem should not be ignored, nor repair put off. Also, that failure of the balance shaft leaves the inner components of the engine unsecured and therefore will ultimately result in damage to the engine if left unchecked. Also, that driving at high speeds for long periods can agitate the problem even further due to the constant vibrations without a proper securing mechanism. As a result, I parked my car for several months, since I cannot afford the amount they quoted. In essence, I cannot even enjoy the car I bought.

Filed Dec 29, 2019 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 204,000 miles · CA

My ABS my eesp my brake light and check engine light mine anyways the whole cluster is going crazy it's hard to shift down when I'm coming to a stop not all the time but just sometimes so I got a mind of its own my speedometer goes up and down it says check my tire pressure when it's good my SRS light comes on my brakes lights comes on it says dionostic rig test, ABS light says dionostic rig test, especially light says dionostic rig test. Brake light flashes on and off and a continuous beebing. It also says do not change gears drive to work shop.$ your paper will not allow me to check other boxes that I'm having problem wit

Filed Apr 7, 2018 · Engine · MD

Takata recall. I purchased my 2006 mercedes r350 in 2016 with over 100k miles on it. With the engine light already on. I used a scanner tool for an accurate diagnosis. As it stated two issues. A crank shaft sensor/ cam shaft sensor was needed. So I decided against my better judgement to finalize the purchase anyway. Needless to say, after I changed the sensors the problem still remains. After doing a lot of research and spent unnecessary money, it was brought to my attention that the problem is in fact a faulty balance shaft inside of the engine. Due to a manufacturing default. That was covered my mercedes in a recall at one point before I had purchased the vehicle. For something as serious as a defected part in a motor should not be limited to when you purchase the vehicle, but whenever it is brought to their attention it should be repaired without hesitation since this is a manufacturing default and not something that was done by any previous owners. I would like to know what if anything can be done to help me resolve this issue at hand. Thanks in advance.

Filed Jul 19, 2016 · Engine · 100,000 miles · PA

This is a well documented issue but mercedes benz refuses to acknowledge the balance shaft as a defect and road safety hazard. Unfortunately it's going to take someone's engine falling a part at high speed causing an accident before someone will do something which is terrible. Mercedes-benz balance shaft problems and how to check your car. Balance shaft mercedes v6 and v8 problems mercedes-benz v6 and v8 engines had timing chain problems caused by balance shaft and idler gear failures. Mercedes produced certain models with defective gears in their balance shafts (m272 engines) or with defective idle gears ( m273 engines). These faulty gears wear out prematurely, excessively, and without warning, causing the vehicle to malfunction, the 'check engine light' to remain illuminated, and the vehicle to misfire or stop driving.

Filed Aug 6, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 130,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz r350. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle made an abnormal noise as the steering wheel seized and smoke started to emit from under the hood. The contact turned the engine off but the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the power steering pump, serpentine belt and idler pulley needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the contact stated that the check engine light stayed on. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed May 6, 2015 · Engine · 91,000 miles · AL

My engine light came on - took the car for repair and was told p codes 0016 and 0017 were coming on meaning there was a defective gear in the balance shaft which mb knows about and refuses to take responsibility for. It would cost $6000 to fix. I began to look on the internet to see if any recalls or issues like mine have occurred with others and I found I was not alone and a class action lawsuit had been filed. I want to file a formal complaint as mb should be help accountable for knowingly providing faulty products to customers - they need to be liable to recall and fix every engine affected by this!! The us government needs to protect consumers better than this!

Filed Oct 21, 2014 · Engine · 116,000 miles · IL

Engine balance shaft wears excessively to the point where some teeth are almost gone. Causes check engine light to come on and excessive knocking as affects ignition timing. Repair is extremely expensive as it requires taking the engine out. If left unfixed it may stall the engine during driving and be a safety hazard. Research on the issue online shows potentially this issue affecting a large number of vehicles using the same engine.

Filed Nov 3, 2013 · Engine · 119,000 miles · IA

My engine light came on and my car began to idle really high when parked or at a stop in october. I went to two mercedes dealers to check on the issue. The second mercedes dealer/service center validated the first, explaining it was the engine balance crankshaft that was loose in the engine and it would cost $6000 to fix. I began to look on the internet to see if any recalls or issues like mine have occurred with others and I found I was not alone and a class action lawsuit had been filed.

Filed May 23, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 72,243 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz r350. Regular service and maintenaince has been performed by the dealer only. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the check engine warning lamp illuminates. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the balance shaft was defective and needed to be replaced. Dtb-s-b-03.30/08i was sent to dealers for this known defective part and corrective measures. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered to cover half of the 7k repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The fiirst time lamp lit was at 72,245 miles but went off. Lamp continued to light intermitted but stays on now more than off diagnosis mileage was 73,845. The current mileage is 75,679.

Filed May 7, 2013 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz r350. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the check engine warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the balanced shaft was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 72,500.

Filed May 20, 2012 · Engine · 79,000 miles · NJ

Check engine light and codes for balance shaft and intake. Dealer quotes $7000 for work.

Filed Mar 25, 2012 · Engine · 51,000 miles · NC

My engine warning light came on. I was told that the strut had gone bad and the cam in the engine went bad. I was told by the dealership that is normal in the 06 r350 and they are not sure why it hasn't been a recall. Im upset because im viewing your website and other sites that are design for other owners with the same vehicles and they are showing the same problems.. What will it take to get a recall on this before someone gets hurt.