NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class Safety Record
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has not been subjected to NHTSA crash testing, and therefore carries no star ratings. The absence of this key data means a Safety Index score cannot be computed. However, the federal record does indicate a Clean burden band. There have been no recalls issued for this model year, and only three owner complaints have been registered. None of these complaints detail crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. While this limited data cannot replace comprehensive crash-test results, it reflects a lack of documented federal safety actions against the 2023 CLS-Class.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Clean burden band according to federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has logged zero recalls, indicating no manufacturer-acknowledged safety defect has triggered a federal remedy campaign for this model year. Its recall and complaint record places it in the Clean burden band, the least-burdened tier. Three owner complaints have been filed, all concentrated in the Wheels component. While this cluster of reports warrants attention from prospective owners, NHTSA has not validated these allegations as a systemic defect. The absence of any crash, fire, injury, or fatality allegations within the complaint file is a significant factor. No sibling model years of the CLS-Class are present in the tested pool for cross-reference, limiting comparative analysis. The Clean burden band reflects a record of federal inaction, not an assessment of crash safety; consumers should weigh this distinction when evaluating the vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class have any recalls?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. There are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive orders, and no remedy parts associated with this model year in the federal recall database.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 CLS-Class, all flagging the Wheels component. None allege a crash, fire, injury, or death. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or the manufacturer.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class?
Any used 2023 CLS-Class should be checked by its specific VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm no open recall has been issued after the current record snapshot. A clean history at the model level does not guarantee a specific vehicle is free of a subsequently filed campaign.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 CLS-Class, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 CLS-Class, meaning no manufacturer-acknowledged safety defect has required a federal remedy for this model year.
- All three NHTSA complaints filed against the 2023 CLS-Class target the Wheels component; these are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as a defect by NHTSA.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify their individual vehicle using the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, as recall filings can occur after any data snapshot.
FAQ2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class safety questions
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.