2004 Mercedes Benz CL500
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle hesitated momentarily to shift from 1ST to 2ND gear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-02
Also filed under Service brakes
While I was driving hwy 1 to monterey ca. Cluster dash lights blacked out. Now don't know how fast I'm going down the road and can see information from it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-07
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Suspension
4 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL500. When the vehicle was started, the SRS indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the front driver's side of the vehicle was tilted and low.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-23
Exterior lighting
2 of 9 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Service brakes
1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Power train
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Mercedes Benz CL500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 78% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 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.