The 2006 Mercedes-Benz R Class has two recalls, the more serious being a starter wiring harness that can chafe against nearby components over time, wear through its protective sleeve, and cause an electrical short that may start a vehicle fire.
The second recall involves the second-row seat belt buckles, where the anchor nuts may have missing screw threads, causing the buckles to pull free from the seat during a crash and leave occupants unrestrained.
At a glance
What can fail
Second row seat belt buckle anchor nuts may have defective threads, causing buckles to separate from seats during crashes and leaving occupants unrestrained.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect second row seats and replace them if the anchor nuts are defective.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The starter wiring harness may be routed incorrectly and rub against nearby components. Over time, this friction can wear through the wire's protective covering and cause an electrical short.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the starter wiring harness and reroute it to prevent rubbing and chafing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
