2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Problems
Compared with other Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported part: Engine (2 complaints, median 32,450 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 11,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The part named most often is engine, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by back-over prevention (1) and brakes (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 11,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 149 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Back-over prevention complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Equipment1 20%
- Fuel system1 20%
- Other or unknown1 20%
Example complaints
Engine: “The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired, and the contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could be picked up; however, the check engine warning light was still illuminated. The dealer kept the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with an unknown sensor failure. The contact then went to fuel the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11653240, filed 2025-04, 4,900 milesBack-over prevention (rear camera): “The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V688000 (Park Brake, Back Over Prevention, Equipment). The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped in traffic, the vehicle behind him ran into the rear end of the vehicle, causing him to be pushed into the vehicle in front of him. The contact stated that he applied the parking brake, but the vehicle did not stop as intended. There were no injuries and no medical attention needed. All vehicle involved sustained damage. There was no police report taken. …”
NHTSA complaint #11675894, filed 2025-07, 11,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,900 and 60,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V688000Sep 13, 2024Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › SoftwareCovers: Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 2024, E 450 2024, E350 2024
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 CLE 300 Convertible, CLE 300 Coupe, CLE 450 Convertible, CLE 450 Coupe, E 350, E 450 Station Wagon, E 450, and AMG CLE 53 Coupe vehicles. A software error in the MBUX multimedia system may deactivate…
- 24V115000Feb 16, 2024Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakersCovers: Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 2024, EQS 450 2023–2024, Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC 2023–2024 +20 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe…
Recall details for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 149 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038188Sep 26, 2026Steering. Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see…
- 11038186Sep 22, 2026Brakes. Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is…
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Body and structure. Complaint 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 continues to occur even…
- 11037834Sep 14, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during cornering. (figure 1) On the above‑mentioned vehicles with a mileage up to 15,000 km…
- 11037806Sep 11, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑")…
- 11037738Sep 10, 2026Body and structure. Complaint When using the one‑touch (automatic) window closing function on one or both front door windows, the customer may report one of the following concerns: • The window begins closing, then…
- 11037489Sep 4, 2026Electrical system. Complaint The Apple Music app is no longer available in the head unit apps menu after updating the software of the (A26/17 ‑ MBUX multimedia system + instrument cluster (head unit)) to E333.8 / A236…
- 11036511Aug 24, 2026Electrical system, Body and structure. Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy…
- 11036608Aug 22, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑")…
- 11036345Aug 15, 2026Engine, Suspension. Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer…
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 11,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Too new |
All Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by back-over prevention with 1.
Has the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 11,000 miles and the middle half falls between 4,900 and 60,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.