2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2006

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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (5%)

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Chart based on 145 repairs.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

43000 mi

US $100
Replaced front and rear pads. Everything went smoothly. 
98000 mi not fixed / getting parts 
100000 mi

US $1200
ABS repair. I DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE IT SEEMS TO HAVE PROBLEMS ANY TIME I CRANK UP!!!!!!!!! BAD INVESTMENT. TOO MANY PROBLEMS. THE REPAIRS ARE OVERPRICED AND MOST ISSUES CALL FOR TRIP TO THE DEALER. 

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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4dr SUV

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

67000 mi

US $370
Parking brake handle came off in hand when trying o release parking brake. 
103540 mi

C $4000
Also new brakes and rotors, new windshield, new wipers. Main battery replacement. Still love the car. Gets half time duty now with a 1995 s class. 

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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Brake Problems

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