2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS550
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
The steering wheel power adjustment function stopped working. The steering wheel went to the topmost position and got stuck there.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-03-21
Safety timeline
4 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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2015-09-02Engine and engine cooling15V505000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes Benz E350, E400, E400 4Matic, E63 4M S AMG, E350 4Matic, E63-4M S AMG, 2015 CLS400, CLS400 4Matic, CLS550, CLS63-4M "P" AMG, and CLS550 4Matic vehicles manufactured April...
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber seal, in the engine compartment, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. MBUSA's number is 2015080001. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339.
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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
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V088000 · Structure
- Recall 15V137000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 15V505000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 19V787000 · Communication
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS550?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 have?
- 4 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.