2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 14%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 96,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the body and structure of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550, 14% of the 7 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 96,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550. While driving approximately 10 MPH over a speed bump, a loud noise was heard underneath the vehicle. The contact noticed that the front grill assembly was detached and the plastic piece fractured into pieces. The vehicle was taken to steven mercedes benz dealer of san jose, ca where it was determined that the failure was not a known issue and not covered by the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall or warranty coverage. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10991418, filed 2017-05, 96,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10027828Jul 9, 2010Mercedes benz: apply preservation agent to bottom front of both front doors, if necessary. The application of preservation agent to the lower area of the front doors may be…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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