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ProblemsByVin File / 2013-MERCEDES-BENZ-CL-CLASS
2013 · mercedes-benz

mercedes-benz CL-Class problems

0 safety recalls. 1 owner complaint. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.6 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2013 CL-Class · airbags Injury
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ CL550. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT. THE CONTACT'S WIFE SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE LEFT ARM THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES-BENZ…
04/30/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11204689.0

Common questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.6 out of 10 based on 1 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz CL-Class has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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