Mercedes Benz CL55 owners have reported 6 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems |
The contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz Cl55 amg. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed. The contact heard a hissing noise coming from the vehicle and noticed the height of the vehicle had started lowering. The abc (active body control) drive warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence and noticed that the air was coming from the driver’s side rear wheel. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with corrosion on the abc drive system and that the abc drive system needed to be replaced. The vehicle not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the nhsta hotline. The failure mileage was 88,795.
Tl the contact owned a 2006 mercedes-benz cls55. The contact stated the bolt used to secure the rear subframe loosened and caused the body to detach from the subframe. The vehicle was towed to mercedes-benz of fayetteville located at 420 glensford dr, fayetteville, nc 28314, (910) 487-0000, where the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes Benz Cl55 amg. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, he noticed that the active body control (abc) warning light was illuminated. Immediately after the warning light illuminated, the rear of the vehicle dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised that the abc system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred approximately two months later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. The current mileage was approximately 105,471. The VIN was not available.
Left front suspension drops once engine is turned off. After starting engine, must put the car in gear for the suspension to rise. Had the esc pump replaced in sept 2010. Symptom returned oct 2011.
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz Cl55. While driving he noticed that the active body control light illuminated on the dashboard. The contact also observed that when the vehicle was parked there would be a puddle of fluid behind it. The dealer stated that the hydraulic pumps needed to be replaced. Updated 10/23/09 the consumer discovered there was a recall for the problem, but was informed his VIN was not included in the recall. Updated 10/26/09.
Driving my mercedes Cl55 amg, heard a pop sound got out looked around saw nothing arrived home parked auto overnight next morning a large leak which appeared to be some type of fluid under the engine of the vehicle. Contacted Mercedes Benz was told recall was issued but not for my VIN# or vehicle year. Auto no longer under warranty and mercedes will not consider repair the car under the recall issued for the 2004 year. Cost to repair vehicle 3500. 00.