There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500, but owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.
2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 3
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 109,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · reported Apr 20, 2022
The Main Information center they notifies you of 99% of what is going on with the car stopped working completely. Canât tell how Fast the car is moving or the RPM this also included the entire instrument cluster, In addition to that the battery and electric system just quits even Though the connections are tight. The battery Also drains quickly as A Result Even though the alternator works and the battery is new. I had the entire car shut off for no obvious cause. While I was driving. But because The entire dash is dead I canât see if there is something else happening. Looked at fuses and…
Electrical System · reported May 27, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz cl500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the instrument panel failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not included. The failure mileage was unknown.
Electrical System · at 130 miles · reported Apr 4, 2016
I have a mercedes cl500 while driving the car the lights in the speedometer everything went out I had to check it when I got home I was able to get speedometer working again gas gauge by replacing fuse the lights in the background are still not working also I have an issue with the vehicle active body control I have a leak suspension goes all the way down I would like to know if there is a recall to get this fixed and how I go about this.
Electrical System · at 122,000 miles · reported Mar 10, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz cl500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the instrument panel failed to illuminate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000. The VIN was not available.
Suspension · at 122,000 miles · reported Jan 14, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz cl500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front of the vehicle was abnormally lowering to the ground. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL500?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (8 reports), followed by suspension (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 109,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.