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2002 Mercedes-Benz CL600 recalls and problems

1 recall and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL600.

1
recalls
13
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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 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.

What owners report

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

Sep 15, 2018 · Service brakes · 10 miles

LEAKING ABC FLUID. THE ABC SISTEM WAS BROKEN

Aug 27, 2015 · Suspension

ABC HYDRAULIC SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE CORROSION AND FAILURE OF FITTINGS. CAUSED DAMAGE TO VEHICLE, SMOKE POURED FROM UNDER VEHICLE, AND POSSIBLE FIRE. THE FLUID SPRAYED ALL OVER EXHAUST. VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT WAS THROWN QUICKLY TO GROUND.

May 5, 2014 · Engine · 80,000 miles

THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE TO MERCEDES, THIS IS A MAJOR FIRE HAZARD, THESE CARS ARE NOTORIOUS FOR THIS PROBLEM. OIL WILL SPRAY ALL OVER THE EXHAUST, AND PLASTIC CREATING A VACUUM. LUCKY MY FAMILY HASN'T DIED FROM THIS FIRE HAZARD. ITS ALL OVER THE MB FORUMS, EVERYONE ON REPAIR PAL, EVERYONE KNOWS THAT THIS IS COMMON AND…

Dec 29, 2012 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 130,000 miles

OEM REPLACED HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC HOSE DEFECTIVE AND LEAKING AGAIN, CAN CAUSE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO LEAK ONTO HOT EXHAUST AND START A COMPLETE FIRE..

Sep 25, 2012 · Exterior lighting · 32,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ CL600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH, THE CONTROL PANEL FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN FAILED TO QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER:06V028000…

CL600 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2001 11404
2002 11300
2003 1200
2004 1100
2005 0100

All Mercedes-Benz CL600 years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL600 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL600?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (6 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (3).
How many 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL600 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 15, 2018.