Mercedes Benz CLS500 years to avoid
More than twice the CLS500's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Mercedes Benz CLS500 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz CLS500 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 CLS500 problems
All model years combined.
- Fuel system25
- Brakes24
- Airbags6
- Wheels4
- Transmission4
- Electrical4
- Acceleration4
- Engine3
- Driver assistance3
- Tires2
- Suspension2
- Seats2
Most reported problems on the Mercedes Benz CLS500
Mercedes Benz CLS500 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | - | 1 | Brakes | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2007 | - | 2 | Airbags | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2006 | - | 62 | Brakes | 97,759 | 3 | 3 | Avoid |
| 2004 | - | 2 | Acceleration | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 3
Mercedes Benz CLS500 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Mercedes Benz CLS500
What years of the Mercedes Benz CLS500 should you avoid?
2006. It has more than twice the Mercedes Benz CLS500's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2006 alone has 62, mostly about brakes and fuel system.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz CLS500?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz CLS500?
Fuel system, with 25 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (24) and airbags (6).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz CLS500 have?
3 recalls between 2004 and 2009. The 2006 model year has the most, with 3.
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