2024 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Parking Brake (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1) · Engine (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Equipment:electrical:infotainment:software 2024-09-13 · campaign 24V688000 · 2,025 vehicles
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 CLE 300 Convertible, CLE 300 Coupe, CLE 450 Convertible, CLE 450 Coupe, E 350, E 450 Station Wagon, E 450, and AMG CLE 53 Coupe vehicles. A software error in the MBUX multimedia system may deactivate certain vehicle systems, including the cross-traffic alert that applies the brakes automatically in certain driving situations.
Risk: An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software and parking control unit settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. This is a phased recall, phase 1 owner letters will be mailed November 12, 2024, November 1, 2024, and January 14, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers 2024-02-16 · campaign 24V115000 · 31,848 vehicles
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
Risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.
Service bulletins (149)
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.
Steering 2026-09-26 · LI46.10-P-080896 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint slight creaking noises when steering. cause noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. remedy remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. if necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.
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,
Power Train 2026-09-14 · LI35.31-P-080353 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during cornering. (figure 1) on the above‑mentioned vehicles with a mileage up to 15,000 km (about 9,300 mi), noises can occur from the rear axle differential. cause drivetrain resonance caused b
Electrical System 2026-09-11 · LI54.71-P-079104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint traffic sign symbol for "traffic sign assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑"). • flashing when current vehicle speed is under speed limit. • flashing between us speed limit symbol
Structure:body 2026-09-10 · LI72.40-P-080776 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint when using the one‑touch (automatic) window closing function on one or both front door windows, the customer may report one of the following concerns: • the window begins closing, then reverses direction before reaching the fully closed position. • the window loses normalization and can on
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What owners report
2025-07-24 · Parking Brake · 11,000 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owns a 2024 mercedes-benz cle 300. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v688000 (park brake, back over prevention, equipment). the contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped in traffic, the vehicle behind him ran into the rear end of the vehicle, causing him to be pushed into the vehicle in front of him. …”
2025-04-07 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,900 mi“the contact owns a 2024 mercedes-benz cle300. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where unknown repairs were performed. the vehicle was repaired, and the contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could be picked up; however, the check engine warning light w…”
2025-01-12 · Unknown Or Other“the rise in the use of cell phones (texting,etc) while driving has been responsible for thousands of accidents all over the country. they create distractions for drivers but that is the sole responsibility of the driver. the problem with my car is one that is programed by mercedes and involves the sirius radio they installed in my car. the radio al…”
2024-08-02 · Electrical System“audio no longer works continuously hearing static and sparking through speakers …”
2024-03-18 · Engine · 60,000 mi“the contact owns a 2024 mercedes-benz cle300. the contact stated after purchasing the vehicle and leaving the dealer, while driving 40 mph, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated. the vehicle was driven to the residence and restarted, and the "inoperative, see owner manual", "blind spot assistance inoperative", and "risk of the vehicle rol…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.