Mercedes Benz CLK550 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 20, 2024 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz CLK550, across 3 model years (2007–2009). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.

Peak: 2007, with 5 complaints
2007: 5200752008: 1200812009: 020090

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes Benz CLK550 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No CLK550 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2007 CLK550: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
  2. 2008 CLK550: 1 complaint, 3 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 CLK550 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel/propulsion System320
Engine110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Fuel System, Gasoline110

All Mercedes Benz CLK550 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2009 CLK55004——
2008 CLK55013—Fuel/propulsion System
2007 CLK55054—Fuel/propulsion System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes Benz CLK550 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (5), 2008 (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 CLK550?

Fuel/propulsion System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz CLK550 have?

5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.