MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz CL500

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2001 Mercedes Benz CL500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:05:50.040Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 5 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2006
1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 5 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2006
1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 5 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2006

2001: 5 complaints

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YearComplaints
19992
20006
20015
200212
20031
20049
20052
20067

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

3 of 5 total reports mention: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL500. While driving 30 MPH, the airmatic warning indicator illuminated. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed fluid leaking from under the hood on the driver's side.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-24

Also filed under Engine

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz CL500. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the chassis lowered over the wheels of the vehicle without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-07

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz CL500. The contact stated that the active body control sensor illuminated intermittently and then remained lit. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-30

Electrical system

2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIREINJURY
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The instrument cluster caught on fire and almost choked me and my cousin to death smh. It says there was a recall for this but I guess my car is to old. It only has a 130,000 miles on it this shouldnt have been an issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-19

Vehicle speed control

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Exterior lighting

1 of 5 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

Engine

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Mercedes Benz CL500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL500 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 2001 Mercedes Benz CL500?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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