What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by back over prevention (1).

How many 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

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.

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 recalls

Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software · Parking brake: electrical, control module, software · Back over prevention: automatic system braking

NHTSA campaign 24V688000 · reported September 13, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 2,025 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 CLE 300 Convertible, CLE 300 Coupe, CLE 450 Convertible, CLE 450 Coupe, E 350, E 450 Station Wagon, E 450, and AMG CLE 53 Coupe vehicles. A software error in the MBUX multimedia system may deactivate certain vehicle systems, including the cross-traffic alert that applies the brakes automatically in certain driving situations.
The risk: An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software and parking control unit settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. This is a phased recall, phase 1 owner letters will be mailed November 12, 2024, November 1, 2024, and January 14, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Electrical system: wiring, fuses and circuit breakers

NHTSA campaign 24V115000 · reported February 16, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 31,848 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
The risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

Most reported problems

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

Engine2
Back over prevention1
Electrical system1
Equipment1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Parking brake1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

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

Jul 24, 2025 · Parking brake · 11,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V688000 (Park Brake, Back Over Prevention, Equipment). The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped in traffic, the vehicle behind him ran into the rear end of the vehicle, causing him to be pushed…

Apr 7, 2025 · Engine · 4,900 miles
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired, and the contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could be picked up; however…

Jan 12, 2025 · Unknown or other
The rise in the use of cell phones (texting,etc) while driving has been responsible for thousands of accidents all over the country. They create distractions for drivers but that is the sole responsibility of the driver. The problem with my car is one that is programed by Mercedes and involves the Sirius radio they…

Aug 2, 2024 · Electrical system
Audio no longer works continuously hearing static and sparking through speakers

Mar 18, 2024 · Engine · 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated after purchasing the vehicle and leaving the dealer, while driving 40 MPH, the Low Tire Pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence and restarted, and the "Inoperative, See Owner Manual", "Blind spot assistance…

CLE 300 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2024	2	5	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, the most recent reported on September 13, 2024 (Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software, Parking brake: electrical, control module, software, Back over prevention: automatic system braking). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by back over prevention (1).
How many 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 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 July 24, 2025.