Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz 230

Mercedes Benz 230 owners have reported 2 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's ball joint (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension coil spring (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz 230

Problem Category Number of Problems
Ball Joint problems
1
Front Suspension Coil Spring problems
1

Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz 230

The Ball Joint problem

I heard a loud bang and felt the vehicle shudder violently. I immediately pulled over and inspected the vehicle. I thought that perhaps the entire exhaust system had fallen off the the car but it had not.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

Without any memory of hitting any bad potholes or anything else that could have compromised the suspension. While sitting in line to pick up the children at school the top support on the coil spring gave away, releasing the spring and causing the front of the car to strike the ground.   Read details...




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