2006 Mercedes-Benz R350: engine stalls while driving

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 23, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 88,000 miles · WA · fire

Wiring from engine harness to fuel pump burnt on freeway , engine stalled and shut down, could not start back up in middle of i5 freeway. Repairs are amounting to $4000. Could have burnt entire vehicle and after reading numerous complaints with exact same problem something needs to be done.

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 Jan 24, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · CA

2006 mercedes benz r350 stalled in the middle of a residential intersection shortly after the car was purchased. Within a short period of time after getting the car, we also felt a strong jerking then shifting gears, but it was doing it on its own. We took it in and was told it's just loud. Then we were told there was a recall. They were supposed to fix it but it never stopped. The check engine light continued to come on. Other issues related to the engine had to be fixed rather quickly. The car was purchased in the end of 2005, and has 88,000 miles. Over a year ago, the car began idling/shaking really bad. I called mb roadside and was told that it was probably because the gas cap wasn't placed back on the car correctly and gas was leaking. I had the car checked and there was no gas leaking. The car was taken to the dealership where I was told the intake manifold was broken and needed to be replaced before anything else could be diagnosed. The car is still idling bad and check engine light is on. It is now back at the dealership it was purchased from for a diagnosis, which I should receive tomorrow.

Filed Jun 30, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 68,080 miles · MD

The vehicle indicated check engine light and the error code shows p0016 which is shaft balance issue. The dealer and manufacturer would not attend to it despite the fact that it a known error from factory. The issue would reoccur because of poor material and could cause the car to stall while in travel.

Filed Jan 8, 2011 · Fuel system · NC

After a normal day of driving the vehicle, I stopped for a small amout of time switched the car off. When I returned the car would not start, after 30 minutes of this I had it towed to a dealer. After several days he informed me that he checked the fuel pump and ignition system. Everything checked ok. He reinstalled the parts and the car started fine for three days. I picked up the car only to have it stall again in a matter of hours, with the same problems.