Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class, the most recent reported on June 12, 2007 (Suspension, Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class?

Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (6 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).

How many 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 19 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class recalls and problems

2 recalls and 19 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class recalls

Suspension · Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA campaign 07V263000 · reported June 12, 2007 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 19,924 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose.
The risk: This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage near the catalytic converter. Leaking fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possible fire.
The fix: Dealers will install new corrosion resistant abc high pressure distribution hose. The recall began on july 2, 2007. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Interior lighting

NHTSA campaign 06V028000 · reported February 2, 2006 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 36,911 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.
The risk: Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The recall will be conducted in phases. Phase I was mailed out to approximately 7,500 owners on september 29, 2006. Phase II and phase III is scheduled for december 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Suspension6
Engine and engine cooling5
Electrical system4
Interior lighting2
Service brakes, hydraulic2
Air bags1
Structure1
Tires1
Visibility1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 27, 2011 · Engine and engine cooling · 84,000 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ CL500. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN ABNORMAL SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST. THE ABC SENSOR WARNING LIGHT WAS ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED ABC HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC…

Jun 14, 2011 · Visibility · 80,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ CL500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A RUBBER SEAL THAT WAS HELD BETWEEN THE MIRRORS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE DOOR THAT WAS SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THEY COULD NOT REPLACE THE RUBBER ONLY, BUT WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE…

Aug 25, 2010 · Interior lighting · 110,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ CL500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MODULE WOULD NEED REPLACING OR WOULD NEED TO BE REBUILT. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT OF A…

Aug 13, 2010 · Electrical system · 33,000 miles
EXTENSIVE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN 2002 CL500 MERCEDES BENZ. VEHICLE SEATS MOVE ON THEIR OWN WHILE VEHICLE IN MOTION. WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN ON THEIR OWN; LOCK IN WHATEVER POSITION IT CHOSE; HYDRAULICS IN THIS VEHICLE GO UP AND DOWN AT WILL. VEHICLE WILL LEAN ON ONE SIDE, THEN DROP TO WHERE IT IS UNDRIVEABLE, THEN RAISE…

Aug 9, 2009 · Interior lighting · 41,000 miles
2002 MERCEDES BENZ CL500 THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SAG & THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION CLUSTER SUDDENLY WENT COMPLETELY DARK WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHATSOEVER. THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING INTERMITTENTLY, THE DEALERSHIP ALWAYS CHARGES US EACH OCCURRENCE TO "FIX IT.". NOW I FIND BOTH PROBLEMS ARE IN SAFETY…

CL Class model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	4	1	0	1
2001	4	4	0	0
2002	2	19	1	2
2003	2	5	3	4
2004	4	4	2	0
2005	1	0	0	0

All Mercedes-Benz CL Class years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class, the most recent reported on June 12, 2007 (Suspension, Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class?: Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (6 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).
How many 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL Class complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 19 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 27, 2011.