2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE: common problems and reliability
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE has 11 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and electrical system. Owners most often flag electronic/software glitches — includes complete infotainment screen failures, system freezes requiring restarts, modules crashing during updates, and the vehicle not properly shutting down when locked. frequency: recurrent.
Safety record for the 2024 model year
11
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
2
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
engine
4
electrical system
3
parking brake
2
equipment
2
back over prevention
2
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and highly dependent on the specific powertrain and trim. The CLE 53 AMG receives significant praise for its styling, which is frequently described as "incredible," "aggressive," and a "looker." It is also commended for its powerful and reli
Electronic/software glitches — Includes complete infotainment screen failures, system freezes requiring restarts, modules crashing during updates, and the vehicle not properly shutting down when locked. Frequency: recurrent.
Underpowered 4-cylinder engine (CLE 200/300) — Noted as very slow, with sluggish acceleration especially at highway speeds (60-80 mph/97-129 km/h), conservative tuning, and delayed throttle response. Frequency: recurrent.
Transmission performance — Described as "horrible for a performance type vehicle" in at least one direct comparison, though specific details are isolated. Frequency: isolated.
Rear-wheel steering failures — Mentioned in the context of the CLE 53 having non-stop issues, with units in the shop for rear-wheel steering problems under 10,000 km. Frequency: isolated.
Build quality inconsistencies — One report of panel gaps being better than the previous E-Class, but another citing non-stop issues on new CLE 53 models. Frequency: isolated.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CLE.
Typical used price
Used CLE listings typically run $52,964–$84,280 across 2024 to 2026 model years.