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#BS-2022-MERCLS-1B452022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450
Based on reports from 5 owners and 6 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
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Based on 5 complaints, 1 crashes, 0 fires, and 6 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
1 owners reported airbags issues — failures commonly reported around 11K miles.
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Top cost driver: Airbags (1 reports).
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2022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Airbags Issues
Airbags complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 11,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 11K-mile mark.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2022 Mercedes Benz Cls 450, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
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Recall History (6 recalls)
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 CLS450 Coupe and AMG E53, 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 Coupe, and 2021-2022 E450 vehicles. The 12-Volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured, which, in the event of a crash, can cause electrical connection failure, disabling various safety features including, emergency call (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door locks.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
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NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 5 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 6 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
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