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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Sedan · 3 trims · 3.0 L 6-cylinder 13 recalls

Typical repair costs

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Fuel economy

No official fuel economy figures for this model year.

Official: NRCan Fuel Consumption Ratings.

Recalls

Recalls are listed by model and year and may not apply to every vehicle. Check your VIN on the official recall site.

  • Electrical Transport Canada 2024342 ·

    On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Mercedes-Benz dealer during recall 5491309 (Transport Canada recall no. 2022-397) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive (4Matic), the tran...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Electrical Transport Canada 2024081 ·

    On certain vehicles, the bolt for the 48 V ground connection may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the wiring could overheat and melt.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Fuel System Transport Canada 2023672 ·

    On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada recall 2023-353.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Fuel System Transport Canada 2023353 ·

    On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Electrical Transport Canada 2022547 ·

    On certain vehicles, the 12 V battery (in the trunk) could move in a crash. As a result, the battery electrical connexions could detach. If this happens, the post-crash safety systems (like the emergency calling (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Electrical Transport Canada 2022397 ·

    On certain vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive (4Matic), the transmission wiring harness might not be routed correctly. As a result, water could enter the wiring harness connector and cause a short circuit.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Other Transport Canada 2022263 ·

    On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not work properly when there is a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Accessories Transport Canada 2022140 ·

    On certain vehicles, the DISTRONIC driver assistance system might not detect when the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel. If the driver has a medical emergency (and is unable to drive or loses consciousness), the active emergency stop assist and emergency call fun...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Seats And Restraints Transport Canada 2021493 ·

    On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect an...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Visual System Transport Canada 2021291 ·

    On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Airbag Transport Canada 2021207 ·

    On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front seat position switches. As a result, the airbags and seat belt force limiters may not work properly in a crash.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Electrical Transport Canada 2021064 ·

    On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle location may be transmitted through the eCall system. This could cause emergency responders to be sent t...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Accessories Transport Canada 2021041 ·

    On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database; U.S. recalls from NHTSA.

Maintenance schedule

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Specs

Body type
Sedan
Engines
3.0 L 6-cylinder
Fuel
Hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic 9-spd
Drivetrains
4WD, RWD