Wiring problems of the 2006 Mercedes Benz R350

Two problems related to wiring have been reported for the 2006 Mercedes Benz R350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2015

Wiring from engine harness to fuel pump burnt on freeway , engine stalled and shut down, could not start back up in middle of i5 freeway. Repairs are amounting to $4000. Could have burnt entire vehicle and after reading numerous complaints with exact same problem something needs to be done.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 11/28/2010

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes Benz R350. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the taillights failed. The exterior light warning light was also illuminated, indicating that the brake lights were nonfunctional. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who repaired the wiring harness at the contacts expense. The manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 33,106. Updated 02/10/11 updated 02/22/11.


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