2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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I brought the car to my Mercedes dealer for a State required safety and emissions inspection. It passed but they said the rear brake line were rusted and needed replacement at a cost of $2546.00.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-16
Seat belts
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550. The contact stated that the seat belt did not retract. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-18
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.
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Car looses communication with the Electronic Ignition System (keyless system) and while rolling to a stop light, slams the car into park while still rolling.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-11
Also filed under Electrical system
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550. The contact stated that after refueling and parking in the garage, the odor of fuel was present coming from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-07
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-03-06Structure15V088000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will attach four additional retaining clips to the rubber seal, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339.
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2015-04-06Exterior lighting15V137000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLS 400 and CLS 400 4matic, 2012-2015 CLS 550 and CLS 550 4matic, 2012-2013 CLS 63, 2014 CLS 63, and 2014-2015 CLS 63P.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the lighting controller software, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2015030005.
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2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V088000 · Structure
- Recall 15V137000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 19V787000 · Communication
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.