2003 Mercedes Benz Cl55 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (2) · Suspension (1) · Seats (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (29)
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 29 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-02-10 · Seats“the seat occupancy sensor on the passenger seat of this car is malfunctioning. this is a recognized problem for mercedes cars. there are numerous websites and youtube videos describing this problem, offering replacement sensors, offering bypass kits and describing how to make this repair. (please see attached for small sample). but mercedes does n…”
2023-01-17 · Electrical System“the instrument cluster has no light so i cannot see the speed. the dealer refuses the recall. recall - #06v028000…”
2015-08-13 · Electrical System · 80,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2002 (na) mercedes benz cl55. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the instrument cluster lights suddenly shut off and the driver was unable to read the instrument gauges. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 80,000…”
2013-03-19 · Engine · 37,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz cl55. the contact stated that the active body control warning light remained illuminated. the dealer replaced the hydraulic fluid and reset the light however, the failure was not corrected. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to have a diagnostic performed. the failure was located at the body c…”
2013-03-08 · Suspension · 105,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz cl55 amg. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds, he noticed that the active body control (abc) warning light was illuminated. immediately after the warning light illuminated, the rear of the vehicle dropped to the ground. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised tha…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.