2006 Mercedes Benz CL500
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.
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The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500 equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Extreme Contact, Tire Sizes: 275/40/ZR18 and 275/35/ZR18, DOT Numbers: 1HW0FBD0A and 1AF0FB0M5 respectively.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240702
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AT SPEEDS BELOW 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING. THE TENSION IN THE STEERING CHANGES FROM DAY TO DAY. THE DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM, BUT HAS REPLACED MULTIPLE COMPONENTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060228
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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I WAS DRIVING MY MERCEDES ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE LIGHT FLASHED ON FOR THE BRAKES SAYING BRAKING POWER REDUCED. ALL OF A SUDDEN I COULD NOT STOP MY CAR, I WAS SO SCARED ON THE HIGHWAY I REALLY THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO DIE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190323
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ACCELERATING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION JERKED AND SHIMMIED. ALSO, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, THE TRANSMISSION BANGED. BOTH PROBLEMS WERE INTERMITTENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060822
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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EXTREMELY STRONG FUEL ODOR UPON LEAVING FUEL STOP FOR THE PAST SEVERAL FILL UPS. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSIS AND DISCOVERED THAT FUEL TANK IS CRACKED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150106
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Mercedes Benz CL500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2006 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 2006 Mercedes Benz CL500?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercedes Benz CL500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.