The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 9 in 2015 to 0 in 2016.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 0
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,200–$4,300
- Combined MPG
- 18–24
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,850–4,300 | 3,200–4,300 | 3,200–4,300 | 3,700–4,300 | 3,700–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–20 | 18–24 | 18–24 | 18–21 | 18–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 22–25 | 16–20 / 22–29 | 16–20 / 22–30 | 16–18 / 22–26 | 16–18 / 22–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 443–495 | 377–495 | 375–496 | 425–495 | 425–495 | |
| Complaints filed | 11 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
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 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class get?
EPA rates it 18–24 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?
EPA estimates $3,200–$4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 433 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 5.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 496 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 20 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $3,200 (low) | 375 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 405 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 446 g/mi |
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 (1)
COMMUNICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
- Consequence
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.