MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz CL600

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2003 Mercedes Benz CL600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:26.135Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz CL600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 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
2003: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200114
200213
20032
20041
20051
20080
20090

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

2 of 2 total reports mention: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE RESULTING IN CAR SCRAPING ON THE GROUND. SYSTEM LEAKING. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20120119

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER HITTING A BUMP AT 50 MPH, THE SUSPENSION DROPPED DOWN 5 INCHES AND A WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE THEN OPERATED ROUGHLY AND WAS DRIVEN TO A RESIDENCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061016

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

2003 Mercedes Benz CL600 — pre-purchase inspection

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

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Mercedes Benz CL600?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 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.