Mercedes-benz E-Class (2006–2007): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Mercedes-benz E-Classs — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

2006–2007 TYPICAL 40k–120k MI $4,000–$7,000

M272 V6 balance-shaft gear wear

E350s share the same M272 V6 and its soft balance-shaft gear. Scan for camshaft-timing codes before buying — the light often comes on long before the engine runs badly. No codes and smooth running at this age is a good sign the car has the updated gear or dodged the bad batch.

BEFORE YOU BUY
Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the car is in or near the mileage window, price the $4,000–$7,000 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.

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Mercedes-benz E-Class (2006–2007): what actually fails

M272 V6 balance-shaft gear wear

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