Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 17 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53, across 3 model years (2019–2021). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is wheels.
Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No AMG CLS53 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 AMG CLS53: 6 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2021 AMG CLS53: 1 complaint, 10 recalls
- 2020 AMG CLS53: 1 complaint, 7 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 AMG CLS53 | 1 | 10 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 AMG CLS53 | 1 | 7 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2019 AMG CLS53 | 6 | 10 | — | Wheels |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (6), 2021 (1), 2020 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53?
Wheels, with 4 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 have?
17 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.