Model year
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name CLS-Class for 2013. Under the matched names CLS550 and CLS63, NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 4 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for CLS550 are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1), FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (1), POWER TRAIN (1). NHTSA lists 1 investigation with no close date in the file. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 19–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,100–$4,350, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2006 6 complaints
- 2007 40 complaints
- 2008 22 complaints
- 2009 6 complaints
- 2010 1 complaints
- 2011 7 complaints
- 2012 24 complaints
- 2013 4 complaints
- 2014 11 complaints
- 2015 9 complaints
- 2016 0 complaints
- 2017 2 complaints
- 2018 0 complaints
- 2019 21 complaints
- 2020 6 complaints
- 2021 2 complaints
- 2022 3 complaints
- 2023 3 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2013. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLS550 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| CLS63 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Recalls for CLS550
19V787000 · Nov 1, 2019
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list…
15V137000 · Mar 10, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLS 400 and CLS 400 4matic, 2012-2015 CLS 550 and CLS 550 4matic, 2012-2013 CLS 63, 2014 CLS 63, and 2014-2015 CLS 63P. The affected vehicles have LED tail lights that may not light on the sides, reducing the…
15V088000 · Feb 13, 2015
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 E350 Sedan, E350 4Matic Sedan, E350 4Matic Station Wagon, E400 Hybrid Sedan, CLS 550 CGI, and CLS550 4Matic, 2013-2014 E550 4Matic Sedan, 2013 E63 Sedan, E63 Station Wagon and CLS63, 2014-2015 CLS63…
Complaints for CLS550
4 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for CLS550
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA21002 | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | Sep 17, 2021 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 DR 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLS550 · 4.7L · Automatic 7-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| CLS550 4matic · 4.7L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 25 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
| CLS63 AMG · 5.5L · Automatic 7-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 25 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
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This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.