Leaking abc fluid. The abc sistem was broken
The worst 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension6
- Engine4
- Brakes3
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Suspension6
- Engine4
- Brakes3
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Steering1
Recalls 1
Suspension
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 04V228000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 38
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
What 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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 life threatening hazard that should be replaced with the redesigned oil cooler. I have contacted mercedes benz on this issue.
Oem replaced high pressure hydraulic hose defective and leaking again, can cause hydraulic fluid to leak onto hot exhaust and start a complete fire..
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 the federal safety agency campaign id number:06v028000 (interior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 32,000.
Abc hose leaked hydraulic fluid in huge puddle as the vehicle was being backed out of the driveway. Not long after the wheels were sitting on top of the wheel well. Mercedes service diagnosed as hose that requires transmission to be removed to fix. Was told recall work was done in 2004 so I had to pay full repair price ($4,700).
I own a 2002 cl-600 that has a terrible engine oil leak. The dealer wants $5,800 to repair the oil cooler. Searching the web shows that this is a common problem with mercedes 12 cylinder engines. Because leaking massive amounts of oil onto a hot motor is a serious fire safety issue, mercedes should recall all 12 cylinder cars and install a better designed oil cooler.
I was driving down the road, then the cars suspension started acting erratic, I could not maintain control of the vehicle till a short time later. My cars suspension raised and lowered in a violent way. My head was thrown forward into the steering wheel, and back in the head rest. I was wearing my seatbelt. I contacted mercedes, and they told me in so many words, too bad for me.
The hydraulic system suspension goes erratic, raising and lowering as it pleases. Dangerous.
I have a 2002 mercedes cl600 and it has a engine oil leak. I was told by my mechanic that the leak might cause the fire in engine. I am afraid to drive it but this is the only car I have it. The mercedes is asking 5500 usd to fix it. I cant cause I don't have that much money. As I found out this is a common of a problem for cl600.
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Questions about the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600
Is the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 reliable?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600, 6.5 times a typical CL600 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600?
Suspension, with 6 complaints. Next is engine (4).
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V228000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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