How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 have?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550?

Of 22 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system.

2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls550 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 913,037 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

VISIBILITY 24V874000 2024-11-19 33,456 affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Consequence

A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is…

VISIBILITY 22V954000 2022-12-23 131,653 affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Consequence

A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and…

VISIBILITY 19V918000 2019-12-20 747,928 affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit:…

Consequence

A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

Complaints by component

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE

SUSPENSION

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

POWER TRAIN

SERVICE BRAKES

STEERING

Total complaints22

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The failed component of the car was the drivers side fuel transfer pump. After noticing the faint smell of gas in my car I checked under the rear driver side passenger seat. I was shocked to find more than 16 fluid ounces of gas floating freely around the well of the gas pump.the insulation under…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2025-01-24

“I bought a 2008 mercedes cls and have had it for a while now and with no warning it has started making a banging noise while idling. It idles very rough and shakes my car. I'm unable to drive it safely at this point. The engine is also mimicking symptoms of an idler gear/ balance shaft wearing…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2024-05-24

“I see there was a recall on instrument clusters on my vehicle in 2001. My instrument cluster is completely black and I canâ€™t see speed or any thing at night. You cant replace the bulb or cluster unless mercedes reprogram it which the price is rediculous. I did some research and seen that…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2023-09-02

“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercedes-benz cls550. The contact stated that at start-up the check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The local dealer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The manufacturer was…”

ENGINE · reported 2020-07-20

“My airbags deployed after on day of driving home from a day babysitting my niece and nephew I got home parked my car in the garage and that whole night from 11 at night untill about 330 in the morning the loudest sound I've ever herd the equivalent of a bomb detonation explosion went off and im 10…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2020-06-22

“My airbags deployed after on day of driving home from a day babysitting my niece and nephew I got home parked my car in the garage and that whole night from 11 at night untill about 330 in the morning the loudest sound I've ever herd the equivalent of a bomb detonation explosion went off and im 10…”

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · reported 2020-06-22

“My airbags deployed after on day of driving home from a day babysitting my niece and nephew I got home parked my car in the garage and that whole night from 11 at night untill about 330 in the morning the loudest sound I've ever herd the equivalent of a bomb detonation explosion went off and im 10…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2020-06-22

“My doors will open without the keyfob being in close proximity to the vehicle. My car has been stolen d/t this feature. Also the electrical lighting system malfunctions causing dimmer lights especially when driving at night”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2020-03-06