2002 Mercedes Benz Cl600 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (5) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine (2) · Suspension:rear (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (38)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Structure:body 2026-08-06 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Power Train 2026-07-14 · LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). the noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. note: sound file in attachment cause if the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Visibility/Wiper 2026-05-19 · LI82.30-P-059239 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint there are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: a: wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering b: the windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) c: during the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the a-pillar
Exterior Lighting 2026-04-16 · LI82.10-P-078301 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. cause fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. it does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. if a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
Showing the 6 most recent of 38 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-09-15 · Steering · 10 mi“leaking abc fluid. the abc sistem was broken…”
2015-08-27 · Suspension“abc hydraulic system high pressure hose corrosion and failure of fittings. caused damage to vehicle, smoke poured from under vehicle, and possible fire. the fluid sprayed all over exhaust. vehicle ride height was thrown quickly to ground.…”
2014-05-05 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 80,000 mi“this is a known issue to mercedes, this is a major fire hazard, these cars are notorious for this problem. oil will spray all over the exhaust, and plastic creating a vacuum. lucky my family hasn't died from this fire hazard. its all over the mb forums, everyone on repair pal, everyone knows that this is common and life threatening hazard that shou…”
2012-12-29 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · 130,000 mi“oem replaced high pressure hydraulic hose defective and leaking again, can cause hydraulic fluid to leak onto hot exhaust and start a complete fire.. *tr…”
2012-09-25 · Exterior Lighting · 32,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated that while traveling 35 mph, the control panel failed. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vin failed to qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:06v028000 (interior lighting). the vehicle was …”
2012-04-12 · Suspension · 76,000 mi“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. mercedes service diagnosed as hose that requires transmission to be removed to fix. was told recall work was done in 2004 so i had to pay full repair price ($4,700). *tr …”
2011-07-21 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 127,000 mi“i own a 2002 cl-600 that has a terrible engine oil leak. the dealer wants $5,800 to repair the oil cooler. searching the web shows that this is a common problem with mercedes 12 cylinder engines. because leaking massive amounts of oil onto a hot motor is a serious fire safety issue, mercedes should recall all 12 cylinder cars and install a bette…”
2011-06-22 · Suspension · 51,000 mi“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. my head was thrown forward into the steering wheel, and back in the head rest. i was wearing my seatbelt. i contacted mercedes, and they told me in…”
2011-05-27 · Suspension · 40,000 mi“the hydraulic system suspension goes erratic, raising and lowering as it pleases. dangerous. *tr…”
2011-04-13 · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System · 81,400 mi“i have a 2002 mercedes cl600 and it has a engine oil leak. i was told by my mechanic that the leak might cause the fire in engine. i am afraid to drive it but this is the only car i have it. the mercedes is asking 5500 usd to fix it. i cant cause i don't have that much money. as i found out this is a common of a problem for cl600. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.