Mercedes Benz CL Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz CL, across 5 model years (2000–2010). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes Benz CL years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CL model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 CL problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz CL model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 CL | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 CL | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2008 CL | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2003 CL | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2000 CL | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz CL years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (1), 2000 (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 CL?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz CL have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.