1998 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | vs. 1998 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,850–5,550 | 4,850–5,550 | 4,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–16 | 14–16 | 17 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–14 / 18–20 | 11–14 / 18–20 | 15 / 21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555–635 | 555–635 | 523 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 2 | 7 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class get?
EPA rates it 14–16 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?
EPA estimates $4,850–$5,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 14 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | 16 mpg (high) | $4,850 (low) | 555 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 12 | 6.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 11 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $5,550 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.