MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz CL600

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2001 Mercedes Benz CL600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:26.915Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz CL600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaints 2005 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009
2001: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
200114
200213
20032
20041
20051
20080
20090

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

6 of 14 total reports mention: suspension.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ CL600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT ENGINE STARTUP, THE SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 25-30 MPH, THE ABC WARNING LIGHT AND BOTH TURNING SIGNALS ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120720

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ CL 600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, A FIRE ERUPTED FROM THE DASH BOARD AREA. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. A FIRE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110915

STRUCTURE

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure.

FIRE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040831 — suspension

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER 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 HEAT AND HUMIDITY. OVER

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW, CORROSION RESISTANT ABC HIGH-PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 31, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 04V228000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Mercedes Benz CL600 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V228000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL600 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 CL600?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL600 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.