repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC CoupeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 4, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine
2Power train
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe median. How we score
'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THROTTLE LAG With the 2026 Mercedes CLE 300, throttle lag is driven by a combination of software programming, transmission behavior, and turbocharger dynamics working simultaneously.The following situation is when it usually occurs:Transitioning from a slow roll up a ramp (like the parking ramp at…
SEVERE THROTTLE DELAY & UNPREDICTABLE ACCELERATION When applying pressure to the accelerator pedal at intersections or traffic lights, there is a substantial "dead zone" delay where the vehicle fails to respond or move forward. To prompt movement in normal traffic flow, I am forced to depress the…
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