Mercedes-Benz CL Class recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 7 recalls and 33 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz CL Class (model years 2000–2005). The most reported problem area is suspension (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (7 complaints). The 2004 model year has the most recalls (4).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Mercedes-Benz CL Class model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 8 | 3 of 6 | |
| Electrical system | 7 | 3 of 6 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 1 of 6 | |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 of 6 | |
| Seat belts | 4 | 2 of 6 |
All 7 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08V303000 | Jul 7, 2008 | Electrical system | 2004 | 404 |
| 07V263000 | Jun 12, 2007 | Suspension | 2000–2004 | 19,924 |
| 06V028000 | Feb 2, 2006 | Interior lighting | 2000–2002, 2004 | 36,911 |
| 04V285000 | Jun 9, 2004 | Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid, lock | 2003–2004 | 16,690 |
| 04V227000 | May 13, 2004 | Electrical system: wiring, fuses and circuit breakers | 2000–2001 | 54,454 |
| 01V014000 | Jan 17, 2001 | Visibility: windshield wiper/washer | 2001 | 3,400 |
| 00V141000 | May 15, 2000 | Equipment: appliance, air conditioner | 2000 | 7,100 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Owners reported a crash in 6 complaints and a fire in 7 complaints; 3 people injured and 9 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.