The 2006 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 has 4 recalls, all concerning the same defect: the sunroof glass panel can lose its bond to the sliding roof frame, detach from the vehicle while driving, and become a road hazard for other traffic.
The bonding between the glass panel and the roof frame can deteriorate over time, allowing the panel to separate entirely from the vehicle. A loose or fully detached panel poses a direct hazard to other drivers and pedestrians, and the opening left in the roof exposes occupants to wind, weather, and debris. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, which is why multiple recall campaigns address the same underlying problem on this vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the sunroof panel and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and could detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The adhesive bonding the glass panel to the sliding roof frame can deteriorate over time, potentially causing the glass panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the entire sliding roof assembly if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bonding between the glass panel and sliding roof frame can deteriorate over time, potentially causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof assembly if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
