Mercedes-Benz CL-Class by year
Compact cars. Every model year EPA has rated, with what owners and NHTSA have on file.
| Year | Complaints | Most named part | Recall campaigns | NHTSA overall | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | – | 14–18 | |
| 2013 | 1 | Air bags | 0 | – | 14–18 |
| 2012 | 1 | Steering | 1 | – | 14–18 |
| 2011 | 6 | Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | – | 14–18 |
| 2010 | 2 | Air bags | 0 | – | 13–17 |
| 2009 | 2 | Exterior lighting | 0 | – | 13–17 |
| 2008 | 10 | Electrical system | 0 | – | 13–17 |
| 2007 | 7 | Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | – | 14–16 |
| 2006 | 9 | Air bags | 0 | – | 14–17 |
Complaints are unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, not adjusted for sales or for how long each year has been on the road: a newer year's lower count doesn't make it more reliable. NHTSA's overall rating is the lowest across the versions it tested that year. About the data