2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 Problems & Complaints

Most common 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 problems

• Brakes~129,000 miles
  2337%
• Fuel & propulsion system~79,000 miles
  2337%
• Wheels & tires~64,000 miles
  610%
• Air bags~150,000 miles
  58%
• Transmission & drivetrain~131,000 miles
  46%
• Speed control & acceleration~80,000 miles
  35%
• Electrical system~48,000 miles
  35%
• Stability & traction control~131,000 miles
  35%
• Engine & cooling~96,000 miles
  23%
• Seats~96,000 miles
  12%
• Suspension~100,000 miles
  12%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof
  12%

Share of the 62 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz CLS500 complaints by model year

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 recalls (3)

What 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 owners say

Brakes all 23 →

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the messages "Reduced Braking Pressure, and "Service Required" was displayed and the vehicle experienced a loss in braking power. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over and proceed to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that the VIN on the SVC (Sensotronic-braking Control Unit) did not match with the VIN and that the contact had to bring the vehicle to a local dealer for repair. Upon becoming aware of the failure, the vehicle was towed to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed; however, the contact was advised that the dealer could not replace the unit because the unit was not the correct unit for the vehicle. …

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the brake pedal failed to depress properly. There was a message to "STOP" displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the TLS, but the failure recurred. The contact called the local dealer, who informed the contact that there were no recalls on the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

Fuel & propulsion system all 23 →

I began smelling fuel in the cabin of my car and contacted the Mercedes Benz dealership in my area, westminster, co. The woman I spoke with told me that she was unaware of any issues, but that she would look into it and get back to me. I never heard back. The smell was getting worse and after 3 weeks, I could not drive with my windows closed, gagged when I got into the car and smelled like fuel upon exiting the car. I called Mercedes Benz again and asked if I could bring the car in. I was told I could and that there was a warranty extension for faulty fuel tanks. The fuel tank was allegedly repaired, but upon returning the car to me, the car still smelled like fuel. I thought the smell might dissipate over a few days, but it did not, seemed to get worse again, so I took the car back in. …

Bought the 2006 cls 500 2 years ago, since that second day I have issues with sbc module, I call mb dealer they told me my car was out of warranty, since the production date was 2004, okay after that I try several other mechanics and nobody have the star tool to fix up, the car is not safe to drive and I continue take the risk couple months until the fuel line starts leak on the pump, this could generate a spark and burn my car, I call again mb dealer and they told me is probably unsafe to start the car. After all this years I parked the car and all my suspension was broke as well, call again the mb dealer they estimated $ 1800 to replace the air shocks, so I buy from arnott the same mb sell and I replace all 4, so the car is up again, next week I decide to sell the vehicle after driving in 3 years 9,000 miles only, try to move the car from the garage, guess what, my transmission go to …

Wheels & tires

I had a major tire blowout, while on the highway, to my left rear tire. Without warning, suddenly my car was out of control, then I heard a loud boom; looked in my rear view mirror and saw a ton of black smoke. I did my best getting off the freeway, and ended up in an unsafe location on the freeway, frightened for my life, waiting for help for over an hour. All four of my tires were recently replaced; April 2014. This was a very scary experience, and I feel lucky to be alive. The tire ripped apart from the seam; which was obviously caused by a defective tire. It's horrible that consumers lives are at risk. We rely on the experts, and they put our lives at risk. You think when you buy new tires, your safe and your not!! My tires were purchased, and replaced by the car dealer.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls500c. The contact stated that when it rained, it felt as if the vehicle would flip over. The contact felt that the vehicle needed an alignment and stated that the tire tread was worn. The contact drove the vehicle to prestige auto mall (1501 vernon odom blvd, akron, ohio, 44320, [phone]), but was not diagnosed. The dealer refused to repair the vehicle because the contact did not sign unknown paperwork after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 141,849.

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.