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Mercedes-Benz CL-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (35%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (13%)

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Mercedes-Benz CL-Class suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (25%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Coupe

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

59100 mi Changed leaking suspension strut 

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Coupe

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

12500 mi Front left ABC strut replaced. Small leak. Covered under warranty. 

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2003 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Coupe

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

71000 mi

US $3000
Had to replace the tandem ABC pump. 

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2002 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Coupe

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

78112 mi

US $2400
Replace power steering/ABC hydralic pump and pulsation damper. I understand this is a pretty common repair on the CL 500/55/600 series for all years and $2,400 at a private mechanic (non-dealership) is a fair price. The parts are $1,450 alone plus labor 
120000 mi

US $500
ABC valve rebuild 

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2001 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

Engine not specified

164000 mi hydraulic system went out. I replaced with coil overs which caused new issues. 

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2001 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Coupe

355-horsepower 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

175800 mi

£2800
Suspension pump was weak 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

100440 mi

C $300
Slight slack in inner tie rod. Replaced the entire steering link 

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Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Suspension Problems

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