2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-688 the manufacturer reports only 96% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 24, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has problems

5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine20
Electrical system10
Back over prevention11
Fuel system, gasoline10
Parking brake11
Equipment11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 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.

96%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back over prevention: automatic system braking

Recall 24V-688 · Sep 13, 2024 · 2,025 vehicles · 1,936 repaired

Risk. An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2026 Q1

Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers

Recall 24V-115 · Feb 16, 2024 · 31,848 vehicles · 30,692 repaired

Risk. An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2024 vs. every other CLE 300 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 median. How we score

'24
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What CLE 300 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired, and the contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could be…
Complaint 11653240 · Apr 7, 2025 · 4,900 miles
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated after purchasing the vehicle and leaving the dealer, while driving 40 MPH, the Low Tire Pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence and restarted, and the "Inoperative, See Owner Manual", "Blind spot…
Complaint 11578040 · Mar 18, 2024 · 60,000 miles

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