Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V495000 Reported December 29, 2006

Accelerator pedal

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Vehicle Speed Control · 1,570 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V495000
Manufacturer Campaign
2006120008
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
1,570
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 29, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs.

Safety Consequence

Over time, the pedal may not maintain a consistent pedal position, which could make it more difficult to operate the accelerator.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 06V495000 or campaign 2006120008.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V495000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V495000?

NHTSA recall 06V495000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 29, 2006. It addresses: Accelerator pedal. The recall affects approximately 1,570 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V495000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2006120008. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.