MYRModel Year Report

2002 Mercedes Benz CL600

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2002 Mercedes Benz CL600
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:53.212Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009

2002: 13 complaints

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YearComplaints
200114
200213
20032
20041
20051
20080
20090

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

6 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

INJURY
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I was driving down the road, then the cars suspension started acting erratic, I could not maintain control of the vehicle till a short time later. My cars suspension raised and lowered in a violent way.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-06-22

The hydraulic system suspension goes erratic, raising and lowering as it pleases. Dangerous.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-05-27

Abc hose leaked hydraulic fluid in huge puddle as the vehicle was being backed out of the driveway. Not long after the wheels were sitting on top of the wheel well.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-12

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and service brakes, hydraulic

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

Service brakes

3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

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Leaking abc fluid. The abc sistem was broken

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-15

Also filed under Steering

Steering

1 of 13 total reports mentions: steering.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 13 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Mercedes Benz CL600 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V228000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Mercedes Benz CL600?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 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.