Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 model year from 2006 using 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 4 recalls and federal defect investigations. No AMG CLS55 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

1model years
33complaints
4recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

200633
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
200633—4Fuel SystemLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median AMG CLS55 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 problems

  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2006
    2473%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2006
    412%
  • Brakesworst: 2006
    39%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2006
    26%
  • Equipment & accessoriesworst: 2006
    13%
  • Body & structureworst: 2006
    13%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2006
    13%

Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 recalls

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA recall 24V-874 · Nov 19, 2024 · 33,456 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA recall 22V-954 · Dec 23, 2022 · 131,653 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA recall 21V-196 · Mar 19, 2021 · 11,356 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021.

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA recall 19V-918 · Dec 20, 2019 · 747,928 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020.

All 4 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the fuel & propulsion system (24), wheels & tires (4) and brakes (3). Fuel System complaints peak in the 2006 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 had?

4 recalls across 2006. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS55 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.