Mercedes-Benz CLS550 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes-Benz CLS550 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes-Benz CLS550 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 CLS550 problems
All model years combined.
- Fuel system11
- Transmission6
- Electrical5
- Brakes5
- Suspension4
- Steering4
- Engine4
- Visibility3
- Wheels2
- Seats1
- Seat belts1
- Body1
Mercedes-Benz CLS550 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | - | 1 | Wheels | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2015 | - | 1 | Steering | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2014 | - | 10 | Suspension | 76,434 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2013 | - | 4 | Brakes | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2012 | - | 23 | Fuel system | 54,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2011 | - | 4 | Electrical | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2010 | - | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Recalls 10
Mercedes-Benz CLS550 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 CLS550
What years of the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz CLS550?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz CLS550?
Fuel system, with 11 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (6) and electrical (5).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 have?
10 recalls between 2010 and 2017. The 2015 model year has the most, with 4.
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