1999 Mercedes Benz CL500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 25, 2016 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CL500 years
Not enough data 6th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500. That ranks 6th out of 8 CL500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seat belts (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 75,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Seat Belts2 · ~75,000 mi
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Seat Belts2100%75,000——
Suspension150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512016: 120161

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Mercedes Benz CL500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

No tension in seat belts.

Seat Belts · received May 25, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10870892

The vehicle's safety belts tension mechanisms are non-functional. The seat belt hangs loose around the body making it completely useless in any collision. This is a major safety issue (poor design) that should be fixed free of charge by the factory.

Seat Belts · received Sep 14, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10763537

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500?

Owners most often report seat belts, suspension problems. The top one, seat belts, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Mercedes Benz CL500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CL500 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.