2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class Problems

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Complaints Reported

Complaints by Component

SUSPENSION

3 complaints

ABC - ACTIVE BODY CONTROL - SYSTEM IS A CONTINUOUS RISK TO ALL MBENZ OWNERS. ALL DISCUSSION BOARDS, OWNER'S FORUMS, ETC. WILL LIST THE VARIOUS TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS WITH THE SUSPENSION DOING ANY NUMBER OF ACTIONS FROM COMPLETELY LOWERING THE CAR TO THE BUMP-STOPS TO ELIMINATING ALL SUSPENSION DAMPENING WHICH IS WHAT HAPPENED TO MY CAR WHILE DRIVING. THE SUSPENSION BEING CONTROLLED BY THIS EXTREMELY ADVANCED SYSTEM IS THEN COMPLETELY UNPREDICTABLE AND HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS SUFFER IMMENSELY. I PERSONALLY GOT OFF THE HIGHWAY QUICKLY AND DROVE TO THE NEAREST REPAIR SHOP, BUT IT COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE WITH VARYING ROAD CONDITIONS, SPEED, DRIVER ABILITY, ETC. THE FURTHER CONCERN IS THE OUTRAGEOUS AND EXTREMELY OUT-OF-TOUCH REPAIR BILLS MBENZ WILL CHARGE FOR A SYSTEM THEY KNOW IS DEFECTIVE. QUOTES UPWARDS OF $2-$3K ARE THE NORM WITH OWNERS REPORTING $5-$7K REPAIR BILLS FREQUENTLY. MECHANICAL ITEMS BREAK, MOVING PARTS AND FITTINGS WILL CORRODE/WEAR - THIS IS A WELL PUBLISHED ISSUE AND IF THEY ARE GOING TO CHARGE FOR IT THEY NEED TO DROP THE PARTS COSTS TO EITHER NOTHING OR COVER THE REPAIR COMPLETELY AS IT IS A RISK TO THE DRIVER AND THOSE DRIVING AROUND THE CAR. THANK YOU - *TR

Sep 29, 2010

DRIVING MY MERCEDES CL55 AMG, HEARD A POP SOUND GOT OUT LOOKED AROUND SAW NOTHING ARRIVED HOME PARKED AUTO OVERNIGHT NEXT MORNING A LARGE LEAK WHICH APPEARED TO BE SOME TYPE OF FLUID UNDER THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE. CONTACTED MERCEDES BENZ WAS TOLD RECALL WAS ISSUED BUT NOT FOR MY VIN# OR VEHICLE YEAR. AUTO NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND MERCEDES WILL NOT CONSIDER REPAIR THE CAR UNDER THE RECALL ISSUED FOR THE 2004 YEAR. COST TO REPAIR VEHICLE 3500.00. *TR

Oct 22, 2009

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CL55. WHILE DRIVING HE NOTICED THAT THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT ALSO OBSERVED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THERE WOULD BE A PUDDLE OF FLUID BEHIND IT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE HYDRAULIC PUMPS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. UPDATED 10/23/09 *BF THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM, BUT WAS INFORMED HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. UPDATED 10/26/09

Oct 05, 2009

SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL IS OFF TERRIBLY. THE FRONT LEFT AND BACK RIGHT SIDES OF MY CAR SAG SO LOW BUT THE OPPOSITE SIDES DON'T. THIS CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ETC.. *TR

May 28, 2020

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

THE SBC PUMP STOP WORKING CAUSING THE BRAKES TO NOT WORK THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS DEFECT IN THERE DESIGN AND I COULD SEE IF CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURING KNEW THIS WAS A DEFECTIVE DESIGN AND HAD OFFERED AN 10 YEAR WARRANTY BUT I FEEL IT SHOULD BE REPLACED ON ALL CARS THAT HAVE AN SBC PUMP, I WAS TRAVELING 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY WHEN I HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK IF IT WAS NOT FOR MY QUICK THINKING AND BEING ABLE TO SWITCH TO ANOTHER LANE THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN A MAJOR CAR PILE UP WITH WHO KNOWS HOW MANY INJURIES. *TR

Apr 29, 2015

4.6/5.0

25 reviews

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class have?

The 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class currently has 5 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class?

The most common problems reported for the 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class?

You can report safety problems with your 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.