Mercedes Benz CLS Class Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Mercedes Benz CLS Class, across 1 model years (2006–2006). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Mercedes Benz CLS Class years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CLS Class model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 CLS Class: 6 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 CLS Class problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz CLS Class model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 CLS Class | 6 | 1 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz CLS Class years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (6). 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 CLS Class?
Power Train, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz CLS Class have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.