2001 Mercedes Benz CL600
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.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
7 of 14 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Electrical system
4 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.
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, 2012-07-20
Also filed under Structure and air bags
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, 2011-09-15
Structure
3 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2004-08-31Suspension04V228000 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.…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2001 Mercedes Benz CL600 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V228000 · Suspension
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 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL600 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.