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Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4matic

NHTSA safety across every Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4matic model year we cover.

Across the 1 model year of the Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4matic we cover (2025 to 2025), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 1 recall have been issued across those years.

THE MOTORCALIBER REVIEW
MotorCaliber editorial Reviewed against NHTSA data 2026-07-03

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC is a premium mid-size coupe that consolidates the former C-Class and E-Class coupe lines into a single, refined two-door package. Aimed at buyers who want European luxury with all-weather capability, it competes in a segment where brand prestige and driving sophistication matter as much as practicality. It is a vehicle for the discerning buyer who prioritizes style and performance alongside safety.

From a safety data standpoint, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC presents a picture that is notably thin on hard numbers. NHTSA has not crash-tested this model during the years we cover, which means there are no federal star ratings to anchor a structural safety assessment. That is a real gap for shoppers who rely on independent crash-test validation, and it is worth taking seriously regardless of the brand's broader reputation. On the recall front, the 2025 CLE 300 4MATIC carries one recall across our covered model years. One recall on a brand-new nameplate is not alarming, but shoppers should verify with their dealer that any outstanding recall work has been completed before taking delivery. Owner complaints filed with NHTSA stand at just one, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to those filings. That is a very low complaint volume, though it likely reflects the model's newness and limited time in the field rather than a definitive safety endorsement. These are unverified allegations in any case. The honest bottom line here is straightforward: the CLE 300 4MATIC arrives with Mercedes-Benz's suite of standard driver-assistance technology, but without NHTSA crash-test results, we cannot rate its structural safety performance. Shoppers should monitor NHTSA's database as testing data becomes available and confirm recall status before purchase.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the CLE 300 4MATIC as a well-executed luxury coupe that blends composed, engaging driving dynamics with a polished, upscale cabin featuring high-quality materials and strong refinement. Most find the interior design and technology integration impressive for the segment, though some note that rear-seat space is limited given the two-door format. Overall value is considered competitive for the premium coupe class.

WHAT TO KNOW
  • NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2025 CLE 300 4MATIC, meaning there are no federal star ratings available. Shoppers cannot currently compare its structural safety performance against rivals using government data.
  • There is one active recall on the 2025 model year. Buyers should check the NHTSA recall database by VIN before purchase and confirm with their dealer that any recall remedy has been completed.
  • Owner complaints filed with NHTSA are minimal at this stage, with zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported in those filings. However, the model is new to market, so the complaint database has had limited time to accumulate real-world feedback.
  • As a brand-new consolidated nameplate replacing two separate coupe lines, the CLE 300 4MATIC lacks the multi-year safety track record that more established models carry. Shoppers prioritizing verified crash-test data may want to revisit NHTSA's site periodically as testing is conducted.

Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4matic with 1 recalls.

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