AI DamageMercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4matic+ reliability: problems, complaints, recalls
Summary for the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4matic+ across 2 model years: 2 owner complaints and 77 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
What fails most often
- Electrical system: 2 complaints (100% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 79.
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 | 79 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
While driving, the driver screen went black and became inoperable. This screen provides the speedometer, tachometer, fuel levels and other critical driving information.
The vehicle was taken to the dealer the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering
- Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE
- Complaint Whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area…
- Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious…
- Complaint When using the one‑touch (automatic) window closing function on one or both front door windows,…
- Complaint The Apple Music app is no longer available in the head unit apps menu after updating the…
- Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious…
- Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally
- Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed,…
- Complaint 1
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.