2005 Mercedes Benz CL500
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
The active body control is off terribly. The front left and back right sides of my car sag so low but the opposite sides don't. This can cause an accident etc..
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-28
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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The sbc pump stop working causing the brakes to not work this is a very dangerous defect in there design and I could see if causing an accident and injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-29
Also filed under Equipment adaptive/mobility
Equipment adaptive/mobility
1 of 2 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 Mercedes Benz CL500 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Equipment adaptive/mobility: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 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 2005 Mercedes Benz CL500?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 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.