Mercedes-Benz CL600 Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz CL600 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CL600 year: 2001, 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 CL600: 14 complaints, 1 recall
- 2002 CL600: 13 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 CL600: 2 complaints, 1 recall
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 CL600 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 17 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz CL600 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 CL600 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 CL600 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2008 CL600 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2005 CL600 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2004 CL600 | 1 | 1 | — | Suspension | |
| 2003 CL600 | 2 | 1 | — | Suspension | |
| 2002 CL600 | 13 | 1 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 CL600 | 14 | 1 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz CL600 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2001 (14), 2002 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CL600 year. 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 CL600?
Suspension, with 17 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz CL600 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.