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This is very concerning as I'm looking into purchasing a 25 CLE53. Hard to attribute this to just first year issues as I keep hearing quality control issues with different MB models.
This is very concerning as I'm looking into purchasing a 25 CLE53. Hard to attribute this to just first year issues as I keep hearing quality control issues with different MB models.
If you are concerned, wait a few months and test drive one and see if it is fixed.
(currently) 2025 AMG CLE 53 Obsidian(formerly) 2022 CLS450 4Matic Diamond White on Black leather
This thread is part of the reason I call this car - and many others like it (expensive, complicated, over engineered, german luxury automobiles in general) throw-away cars. It's simply not worth getting into a long-term relationship with any of these cars today. They'll break your heart and your bank account. So far I'm loving my CLE53 - driving it is almost as enjoyable as looking at it, but I'll have no problem dropping her like a hot potato at the end of my two year lease.
This thread is part of the reason I call this car - and many others like it (expensive, complicated, over engineered, german luxury automobiles in general) throw-away cars. It's simply not worth getting into a long-term relationship with any of these cars today. They'll break your heart and your bank account. So far I'm loving my CLE53 - driving it is almost as enjoyable as looking at it, but I'll have no problem dropping her like a hot potato at the end of my two year lease.
I think most MBs over the last 20 years have been considered expensive to own post-warranty.
not sure what to make of this new generation of vehicles. Will own my first as of tomorrow.
Fwiw, the professional reviews of the CLE 53 have been overwhelmingly positive - more so than other vehicles I evaluated.
this clicking noise is pretty bad. Hope that was just a new model design flaw and they will work out in successive model years
I feel this! The clicking noise has completely gone for me after 1 visit to the service center. It's been 7 months now, all clear. No other issues on my side.
This thread is part of the reason I call this car - and many others like it (expensive, complicated, over engineered, german luxury automobiles in general) throw-away cars. It's simply not worth getting into a long-term relationship with any of these cars today. They'll break your heart and your bank account. So far I'm loving my CLE53 - driving it is almost as enjoyable as looking at it, but I'll have no problem dropping her like a hot potato at the end of my two year lease.
Gee whiz, one would think that the Great and Powerful MERCEDES BENZ Company would have hired someone to monitor important sites like MBWorld to learn about the "complaints/problems/issues" that real owners of their cars are having and venting about and, maaaybee offer some answers when their dealers apparently can not.
Hello McFly, are you out there? Or is it Otto or Marlene? Read, empathize, respond.
So much good customer relations could be had right here, for very little effort.
I'll leave this with my modified JOKE:
MB: "Vee are Mertcedes Bens, und vee built zee finest automobiles in zee verld, und you vill like it."
Me: "Well, I'll buy a Mercedes for the prestige value, but I won't like it."
Disclaimer: I own a 2024 CLE53 and I LOVE it, DESPITE a few foibles. Nothing is perfect but I have had exemplary service from my dealer here in Huntington NY. It is however, a sad state of affairs to hear that some owners are having serious issues.
C'mon MB, get on the ball, reach out these people with SOMETHING; answers, help, or where to get them.
I feel this! The clicking noise has completely gone for me after 1 visit to the service center. It's been 7 months now, all clear. No other issues on my side.
Originally Posted by Driver2
Gee whiz, one would think that the Great and Powerful MERCEDES BENZ Company would have hired someone to monitor important sites like MBWorld to learn about the "complaints/problems/issues" that real owners of their cars are having and venting about and, maaaybee offer some answers when their dealers apparently can not.
Hello McFly, are you out there? Or is it Otto or Marlene? Read, empathize, respond.
So much good customer relations could be had right here, for very little effort.
I'll leave this with my modified JOKE:
MB: "Vee are Mertcedes Bens, und vee built zee finest automobiles in zee verld, und you vill like it."
Me: "Well, I'll buy a Mercedes for the prestige value, but I won't like it."
Disclaimer: I own a 2024 CLE53 and I LOVE it, DESPITE a few foibles. Nothing is perfect but I have had exemplary service from my dealer here in Huntington NY. It is however, a sad state of affairs to hear that some owners are having serious issues.
C'mon MB, get on the ball, reach out these people with SOMETHING; answers, help, or where to get them.
Glad to hear it is resolved.
Yes, we should sometimes voice ourselves, not sure how much out opinions matter on surveys sent by market research companies like JD power on your purchase.
Hi I have a 2025 model production March 2025. My clicking noise started after 250 miles. Apparently MBUK advising there is no fix and the issue is under investigation. Has none else had a fix implemented that worked?
Hey everyone I wanted to share an update on my CLE53. I ended up doing a buyback on my 2024 CLE53 and received a full refund. They returned all the payments I made plus my down payment and I am also getting a credit for the wheel tire / appearance protection.
I drove the 2024 for a total of 8 to 9 months! I decided to order a new vehicle with some added features and got the 2025 fully loaded. I was able to keep the 2024 until the new one arrived.
Shortly after I got the 2025 I noticed the same clicking noise I had heard before. I brought it in for service and they found the issue in the rear axle area. They replaced both rear axle shafts with updated parts and did an alignment check. The clicking noise is now gone.
Hey everyone I wanted to share an update on my CLE53. I ended up doing a buyback on my 2024 CLE53 and received a full refund. They returned all the payments I made plus my down payment and I am also getting a credit for the wheel tire / appearance protection.
I drove the 2024 for a total of 8 to 9 months! I decided to order a new vehicle with some added features and got the 2025 fully loaded. I was able to keep the 2024 until the new one arrived.
Shortly after I got the 2025 I noticed the same clicking noise I had heard before. I brought it in for service and they found the issue in the rear axle area. They replaced both rear axle shafts with updated parts and did an alignment check. The clicking noise is now gone.
This is so helpful. Thank you very much. Have you had another other issues such as rattles or resonance?
I've had this click sound for a while and made nothing of it, 1900 miles on my 25 CLE 53. I heard it again backing out of my driveway tonight soooo I guess I have the same issue? At first I thought the muffler tips must have loved tapped the pavement so I got out of the car to check...was not that lol.
Last edited by E92SpaceGray; Aug 27, 2025 at 11:41 PM.
That is great you got them to buy it back. You must be a persistent fella. Congrats!
yeah lol lemon law works great. Takes FOREVER, but a great solution for this. Done it before and basically got all my payments back for another car. Essentially drove free for 2 years lol.
Unfortunately my clicking has returned. I had previously posted that my dealer replaced both rear axles to address the issue and at the time the noise went away. I thought it was resolved.
Now that it has come back I did some more research and found that Mercedes issued an updated version of the bulletin earlier this year:
Bulletin No.: LI35.30-P-058566 (Version 7)
Date: January 15, 2025
Subject: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
Cause: Microweld cracking occurs between the wheel bearing inner race and the side shaft joint housing which leads to the clicking and clunking noises.
Updated fix: Instead of simply replacing the axles the procedure now requires removing both rear side shafts, coating the contact surface with Molykote low-friction paint (A000-989-01-52-10) and reinstalling them. The outboard collar nut has to be replaced if loosened.
I brought the new bulletin to my service advisor and he said he would forward this information to his shop foreman.
I’ll update this thread again once the repair is completed with the updated fix and share whether it finally takes care of the issue.
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