Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600, the most recent reported on May 13, 2004 (Suspension). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600?

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).

How many 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 14 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 recalls and problems

1 recall and 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600.

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.

2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 recalls

Suspension

NHTSA campaign 04V228000 · reported May 13, 2004 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 6,238 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger 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 heat and humidity. Over time, corrosion may deteriorate the inner steel portions of the hose.
The risk: This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage. Under some circumstances, leaking hydraulic fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possibility of fire.
The fix: Dealers will install new, corrosion resistant abc high-pressure distribution hoses. The recall began august 31, 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Most reported problems

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

Suspension7
Electrical system4
Engine and engine cooling2
Exterior lighting2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Structure2
Visibility2
Air bags1
Engine1
Latches/locks/linkages1

What owners report

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

Oct 3, 2015 · Electrical system · 44,000 miles
R HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL WILL NOT WORK (REST OF HEADLIGHT WORKS) RANDOMLY FLASH CHECK DIFFERENT LIGHTS AND ALL WORK. RANDOM ISSUES WITH FRONT WINDOWS. ABC LIGHT. CAR HAS LESS THAN 54,000 MILES ON IT. MERCEDES TOLD ME ALL RECALLS HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED FIXED AND I SHOULDN'T HAVE PURCHASED THE CAR IF I DIDN'T WANT TO SPEND…

Nov 19, 2014 · Electrical system · 59,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ CL600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FAILED TO WORK AND THE GAUGES INTERMITTENTLY SHORTED OUT. THE VEHICLE RAN OUT OF FUEL DUE TO THE FUEL GAUGE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE. WHILE TRAVELING OVER UNLEVELED LAND OR A BUMPY ROAD, THE…

Jun 11, 2014 · Fuel/propulsion system · 148,641 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ CL600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE POWER BOOSTER LINE, EVAPORATION HOSE, AND HYDRAULIC HOSE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN…

Dec 10, 2013 · Suspension · 77,306 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ CL 600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABC (ACTIVE BODY CONTROL) SENSOR LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE LOCAL DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V228000(SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…

Jun 21, 2013 · Engine and engine cooling · 165,000 miles · fire reported
SMALL FIRE STARTED UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN GETTING OFF THE EXPRESSWAY AFTER TRAVELING ABOUT 12 MILES. STARTED TO SEE SMOKE WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT. SAW SMALL FLAMES WHEN I STOPPED TO LOOK FOR SOURCE OF SMOKE. RECENT REPAIRS MADE HEATER CORE REPLACED. ALSO WATER PUMP REPLACED. ALSO UPPER RADIATOR HOSE REPLACED.

CL600 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2001	1	14	4
2002	1	13	0
2003	1	2	0
2004	1	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600, the most recent reported on May 13, 2004 (Suspension). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600?: Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).
How many 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 14 complaints report a crash and 4 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 3, 2015.