Vehicle recall 06V495000 · December 29, 2006
Mercedes-Benz M Class and R-Class
On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs.
- Consequence
- Over time, the pedal may not maintain a consistent pedal position, which could make it more difficult to operate the accelerator.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the mounting nuts of the accelerator pedal. The recall began on January 16, 2007. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- Mercedes-benz recall no. 2006120008.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V495000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 29, 2006
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2006120008
- Owner notification
- January 16, 2007
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,570
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz M Class (2007): 2007
- Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2007): 2007
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