NHTSA Recall 06V098000: Starter assembly (electrical system)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,000 vehicles. It affects 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V098000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2006040002 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 3, 2006 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the starter wiring harness may be routed incorrectly. This routing could lead to chafing of the protective sleeve covering the starter wiring harness at the engine mount cover.
Safety risk
Over time, such chafing has the potential to wear through the protective sleeve and may expose the underlying starter wiring harness to further chafing, which could result in an electrical short, and the loss of function of the vehicle's electrical system.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and where necessary, correct, the routing of the wiring harness. In the case of wear, the protective sleeve, and if necessary, the starter wiring harness, will be replaced. The recall began on may 12, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2006040002.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V098000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class | 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.