Mercedes Benz CL Class years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz CL Class stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz CL Class years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz CL Class complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz CL Class problems
All model years combined.
- Suspension8
- Electrical7
- Engine5
- Seat belts4
- Lights4
- Airbags4
- Tires3
- Seats3
- Visibility2
- Steering2
- Brakes2
- Wheels1
Mercedes Benz CL Class problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | - | 4 | Electrical | 4 | 2 | ||
| 2003 | - | 5 | Seat belts | 12,000 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2002 | - | 19 | Suspension | 56,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2001 | - | 4 | Electrical | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2000 | - | 1 | Fuel system | 4 | 0 |
Recalls 7
Questions about the Mercedes Benz CL Class
What years of the Mercedes Benz CL Class should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz CL Class has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz CL Class?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz CL Class?
Suspension, with 8 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (7) and engine (5).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz CL Class have?
7 recalls between 2000 and 2004. The 2004 model year has the most, with 4.
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