Most common 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercedes-Benz CL550 complaints by model year
Best CL550 years: 2011. Compare all years →
What 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Note: date listed is not first time nor only time, this is date of last fill up. Car has strong gas odor inside of vehicle after filling up. This lasts for a few days. This has happened numerous times but does not stem to happen every time. There is no evidence of leaking under car or under hood. When checking online, there were numerous reports of same condition, including a class action lawsuit regarding this defect.
I fueled the car this morning then parked it in the garage. When I entered the garage about a hour later there is a very strong smell of gasoline in the entire garage. Is there are recall on this issue. I did not overfill the tank, and the cap was on.
Electrical system
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercedes cl 550. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the brake fluid low message suddenly displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician repaired the rear brakes. In a separate incident, the active body control system sensor light suddenly displayed indicating to stop the vehicle immediately. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 55,000...updated 12/11/14 the consumer stated last month, the ABS malfunctioned due to loss of hydraulic fluid. Also, the window motors were repaired three times. Updated 12/11/14
Driver side fuel sender leaking fuel strong fuel odor authorized Mercedes service provider repaired the leak and stated that this item is not covered under warranty. It cost us approx. $800.00.
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 21 / 16 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 CL550 rates average: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the CL550 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
The fuel & propulsion system — 6 complaints, 86% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (3) and engine & cooling (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz CL550?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011. See the full Mercedes-Benz CL550 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 65,000 miles; 33% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.