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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class.

Owner complaints

What 11 owners reported

Suspension2
Power train2
Service brakes1
Structure1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class at a glance

Trims
CLS550CLS550 4maticCLS63 AMGCLS63 AMG 4maticCLS63 AMG S 4matic
Engine
4.7L 8-Cylinder Turbo, 5.5L 8-Cylinder Turbo
Transmission
Automatic 7-spd
Drivetrain
RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class with NHTSA, most often about the suspension. No recall campaigns are on file for this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.