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2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 268 repairs.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (8%)
$1000 - $2499 (24%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 82000 mi | I have had a problem with the transmission before my car went out of warranty. Purchased extended warranty and car has had significant transmission problems. Dealer said car needed new transmission but warranty co would not pay. |
| 152000 mi US $300 |
Replaced valve body and conductor plate. |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 37500 mi US $149 |
Transmission fluid leak, too small to repair...will monitor |
| 100100 mi US $453 |
Right rear-end differential seal was leaking. Replace all 3 seals as a precaution. |
| 186320 mi US $1364 |
Replaced RF Door Micro Switch - Needed to fix Door Lock Assembly; Replaced Hood Star; Replaced Pinion and Differential Seals - Read Differential was leaking |
| 224562 mi US $1100 |
B Service; Oil, Filters, Wipers. Brake Fluid Flush; Coolant Flush, Replaced Coolant vent line from reservoir to thermostat housing; Replace rear leaking transmission output seal; 4 wheel alignment; install rear coil springs Replaces 2 Driveshaft Flexdisks. |
| 244002 mi US $1897 |
Replace Center Drivetrain Support Bearing. |
| 89000 mi | Rear differential seal |
| 58820 mi US $2500 |
tranny leak, |
| 69890 mi US $1700 |
Transmission filter +gasket,fluid,etc., shifter adj and bushing |
| 65000 mi US $800 |
Rear axle seal |
| 94200 mi | Gear whine at specific speeds and load condition |
| 113000 mi US $600 |
Installed new pilot bushing, conductor plate and shift overlap sleeves in valve body. |
| 45000 mi | Transmission not shifting properly. Repair shop noted transmission fluid leak, replaced gasket and leak stopped. |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 78000 mi US $200 |
ongoing shift problem with transmission. Likely will require more work, like valve body or conductor plate replacement. Transmission still works, just shifts erratically sometimes. |
| 85000 mi US $300 |
Replaced Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing and Carrier |
| 39000 mi | Replaced transmission valve body due to inconsistent shifting. |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 117400 mi US $30 |
Axle boot replaced |
| 40000 mi | Leaking transmission seal |
| 72000 mi US $350 |
Grinding vibration from rear of car. Replaced oil in transfer case. Problem fixed. |
| 115000 mi US $4500 |
replaced the rear differential |
| 142500 mi US $200 |
Grinding in transfer case at slow speed turns. |
| 159000 mi US $1100 |
replaced drive shaft and u-joints |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 136000 mi US $55 |
Outside temp senso came unclipped from grill. |
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