MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class

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2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:14:03.891Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 4 2005: 0 complaints 2005
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 4 2005: 0 complaints 2005
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 4 2005: 0 complaints 2005

2004: 4 complaints

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YearComplaints
20001
20014
200219
20035
20044
20050

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.

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Car would not start and could not get the car in gear. The car has been in the dealers shop for repair 4 times to fix the same problem. Currently the car is running. Negociating with mbz to buy the car back.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-19

Visibility

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rear window wiper/washer.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500. The contact was entering a parking space when the vehicle abnormally accelerated, causing him to crash into the bumper of another vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-01-03

Tires

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Mercedes Benz cl with michelin primacy MXV4 tl tires, line size 225/55/R17, DOT number: 898KEF1X4707.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-22

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-08-17Latches/locks/linkages04V285000 On certain vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both trunk lid springs. The recall began August 17, 2004. Owners should contact mercedes- benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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  2. R
    2006-09-29Interior lighting06V028000 On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The recall will be conducted in phases. Phase I was mailed out to approximately 7,500 owners on September 29, 2006. Phase ii and phase iii is…

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  3. R
    2007-07-02Engine and engine cooling, suspension07V263000 On certain 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 humidity causing deterioration of…

    Remedy: Dealers will install new corrosion resistant abc high pressure distribution hose. The recall began on July 2, 2007. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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  4. R
    2008-08-30Electrical system08V303000 Mercedes-Benz is recalling my 2006-2008 M-Class, R-Class, my 2005-2009 SLK-class, my 2005-2008 C-Class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 CLK-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 CL-class, my 2008…

    Remedy: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2008. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V285000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 06V028000 · Interior lighting
  • Recall 07V263000 · Engine and engine cooling, suspension
  • Recall 08V303000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.