Mercedes Benz Cl-600 2001
Model Cl-600 made in 2001 by Mercedes Benz got 34 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning suspension .
Model 2001
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V228000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 12/01/1999 to 03/31/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 6238 | 08/31/2004 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 05/13/2004 | 05/12/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high-pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to heat and humidity. over time, corrosion may deteriorate the inner steel portions of the hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage. under some circumstances, leaking hydraulic fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possibility of fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install new, corrosion resistant abc high-pressure distribution hoses. the recall began august 31, 2004. owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2004070012.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| TB-82-10-668 | 01/07/2009 | 10028665 | Mercedes: warning message right low beam- check bulb; or left low beam-check bulb in instrument cluster. due to the fact that the xenon burner may not be ignited on first attempt due to tolerances in ignition voltage. model years unkn | 05/13/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| TB-82-10-668 | 01/07/2009 | 10028665 | Mercedes: warning message right low beam- check bulb; or left low beam-check bulb in instrument cluster. due to the fact that the xenon burner may not be ignited on first attempt due to tolerances in ignition voltage. model years unkn | 05/13/2009 | |
| 325029 | 03/31/2009 | PB-32-50-29A | 10016687 | Abc visit workshop displayed in instrument cluster and hydraulic fluid leakage. *tt updated 5/14/09. models 215, 220 and 230. model years unknown. *pe | 09/27/2005 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| PB-54-18-208 | 12/15/2008 | 10028627 | Mercedes: display in instrument cluster air suspension or abc service required is displayed in the instrument cluster, the engine wiring harness may have been damaged by the wiper linkage. models 215.3 and 220. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| PB-54-18-208 | 12/15/2008 | 10028627 | Mercedes: display in instrument cluster air suspension or abc service required is displayed in the instrument cluster, the engine wiring harness may have been damaged by the wiper linkage. models 215.3 and 220. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| 470036 | 05/01/2009 | PB-47-00-36B | 10016670 | Mercedes: the fuel level indicated in the instrument cluster does not match the actual fill level. this may be caused by a fault in the fuel level sensor function chain: hydraulic and electrical lines and their connections, rear sam or in | 09/27/2005 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| PB-42-45-107 | 03/20/2009 | 10028684 | Mercedes: esp service required displayed in instrument cluster. also includes 4matics, bi turbos and kompressors. models 215 and 220. model years unknown. *pe | 05/14/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| PB-42-45-107 | 03/20/2009 | 10028684 | Mercedes: esp service required displayed in instrument cluster. also includes 4matics, bi turbos and kompressors. models 215 and 220. model years unknown. *pe | 05/14/2009 | |
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||||
| 462046 | 12/04/2008 | SB-46-20-46A | 10020460 | Play in the rack and pinion steering system. models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe | 10/23/2006 |
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| PB-54-18-208 | 12/15/2008 | 10028627 | Mercedes: display in instrument cluster air suspension or abc service required is displayed in the instrument cluster, the engine wiring harness may have been damaged by the wiper linkage. models 215.3 and 220. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
| PB-32-50-35C | 02/22/2008 | 10028626 | Mercedes: the vehicle's suspension level randomly lowering while driving and/or rapid sporadic level changes shortly after stopping the vehicle, replace the body acceleration sensors. models 215.3, 220, and 230. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated that at engine startup, the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated that while traveling 25-30 mph, the abc warning light and both turning signals illuminated. in addition, the driver side window failed to work properly.the contact also stated that black smoke emitted from the exhaust followed by a loud explosion. the driver's side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote and the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the driver's side air bags needed to be replaced along with the module for the driver's side door. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. kmj | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated at engine start up the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated while traveling 25 to 30mph the abc warning and both turning signals illuminated un expectantly and the drivers side window failed to work properly.the contact also confirmed black smoke emitted from the exhaust following by a loud blow out type noise. the driver side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote. the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer confirmed the driverside air bags needed to replaced along with the module for the driver side door. the manufacturer was contact. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. rds | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl 600. the contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, a fire erupted from the dash board area. the fire was extinguished. a fire report was not filed. the manufacturer was contacted but denied any assistance with repairs to the failure. the contact did not confirm the cause of the fire. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 100,000. kmj | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl 600. while the vehicle was turned off, the contact stated that the vehicle ignited a fire, starting from the dash board. the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 100,000. nw | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/23/2011 | 117000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl-600. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the abc warning light illuminated and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. the technician detected that the abc hydraulic hose and hydraulic pump were leaking a substantial amount of fluid onto the catalytic converter. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the vehicle had also been taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 07v263000 (engine and engine cooling). the failure occurred three years after the recall repair. the contact planned to notify the manufacturer regarding the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. | |||
| 08/23/2011 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl-600. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the abc warning light illuminated and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. the technician detected that the abc hydraulic hose and hydraulic pump were leaking a substantial amount of fluid onto the catalytic converter. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the vehicle had also been taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 07v263000 (engine and engine cooling). the failure occurred three years after the recall repair. the contact planned to notify the manufacturer regarding the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. sm. | |||
| 08/23/2011 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl-600. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the abc warning light illuminated and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. the technician detected the abc hydraulic hose and hydraulic pump was leaking a substantial amount of fluid onto the catalytic converter. the vehicle was currently being repaired. the vehicle had also been taken to an authorized dealer who advised the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 07v263000 (engine and engine cooling). the failure occurred three years after the recall repair. the contact planned to notify the manufacturer regarding the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. js | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 09/11/2006 | 32000 | 4 | 09/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the two pieces of all four side windows were separating. the dealership was aware of the problem. the manufacturer claimed the problem was related to the hot climate in florida. the consumer wanted to check the status of the problem. updated 06/14/07 *tr | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated that at engine startup, the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated that while traveling 25-30 mph, the abc warning light and both turning signals illuminated. in addition, the driver side window failed to work properly.the contact also stated that black smoke emitted from the exhaust followed by a loud explosion. the driver's side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote and the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the driver's side air bags needed to be replaced along with the module for the driver's side door. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. kmj | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated at engine start up the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated while traveling 25 to 30mph the abc warning and both turning signals illuminated un expectantly and the drivers side window failed to work properly.the contact also confirmed black smoke emitted from the exhaust following by a loud blow out type noise. the driver side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote. the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer confirmed the driverside air bags needed to replaced along with the module for the driver side door. the manufacturer was contact. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. rds | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 01/08/2013 | 179000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl-600. the contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph the abc light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him the hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. approximately two days later with the vehicle in idle mode, he heard a loud burst. the vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who stated another hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v228000 (suspension), but was repaired in 2005. the failure and current mileages was approximately 179,000. | |||
| 01/08/2013 | 179000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl-600. the contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph the abc light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him the hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. approximately two days later with the vehicle in idle mode, he heard a loud burst. the vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who stated another hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v228000 (suspension), but was repaired in 2005. the failure and current mileages was approximately 179,000. rvk | |||
| 01/08/2013 | 179000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph the abc light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. after diagnosis they advised him that hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. approximately two days later with the vehicle in idle mode, he heard a loud burst. the vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic. after diagnosis they advised him that another hydraulic line fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired for the hydraulic line. the manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v228000 (suspension), but was repaired in 2005. the failure and current mileages were approximately 179,000. tb | |||
| 05/06/2009 | 74400 | 1 | |
| On may 6, 2009 my mercedez cl600 active body control failed and caused the car to drop so low that the body touched the tires and causing dangerous driving conditions. the mercedes dealership repair facility of chicago informed me that it was caused by an oil leak in the active body control high pressure line. since the repair on june 1, 2009, for which a recall was never mentioned, the active body control system caused the body to touch the tires again on june 20, 2009 and i towed the car back to the dealership where no work was done and no recall information was disclosed. the body of he car raised temporarily enough to drive but continues to lower spontaneously. *tr | |||
| 02/03/2009 | 80000 | 1 | |
| Mercedes refused to take repair responsibility for abc hose leak on my 2001 cl. the car was completely lower ,body touched tires, while i was driving on freeway. the nhtsa has issued a recall affecting mercedes-benz cl class and s class autos from the 2000 through 2004 model years. the issue involves hydraulic fluid leakage that could touch off a fire. details are listed below: manufacturer: mercedes-benz model year: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 models affected: cl class, s class nhtsa campaign number: 07v263000 potential units affected: 19924 problem: on certain vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control?s (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose. this may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage near the catalytic converter. leaking fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possible fire. *tr | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 01/16/2010 | 52000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes cl-600. the contact stated that recall number 04v228000, suspension was repaired on the vehicle. the contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that the recall had been performed and a second recall repair was denied. the current mileage was 56,575. the failure mileage was 52,000. | |||
| VISIBILITY | |||
| 09/11/2006 | 32000 | 4 | 09/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the two pieces of all four side windows were separating. the dealership was aware of the problem. the manufacturer claimed the problem was related to the hot climate in florida. the consumer wanted to check the status of the problem. updated 06/14/07 *tr | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 02/23/2006 | 29250 | 1 | 02/03/2006 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the driver and passenger side windows had bubbles in the glass. the dealer determined the glass sections were separating due to the heat. no repairs have been made. | |||
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated that at engine startup, the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated that while traveling 25-30 mph, the abc warning light and both turning signals illuminated. in addition, the driver side window failed to work properly.the contact also stated that black smoke emitted from the exhaust followed by a loud explosion. the driver's side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote and the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the driver's side air bags needed to be replaced along with the module for the driver's side door. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. kmj | |||
| 06/12/2012 | 65700 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz cl600. the contact stated at engine start up the srs warning light illuminated. the contact also stated while traveling 25 to 30mph the abc warning and both turning signals illuminated un expectantly and the drivers side window failed to work properly.the contact also confirmed black smoke emitted from the exhaust following by a loud blow out type noise. the driver side door failed to open with the electronic key-less remote. the passenger side door panel detached when the door was closed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer confirmed the driverside air bags needed to replaced along with the module for the driver side door. the manufacturer was contact. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,700. rds | |||