Table 1 shows eight common suspension related problems of the 1997 Mercedes Benz 320. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems).
The contact owns a 1997 mercedes-benz 320e. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions and there was a loud clanking noise outside of the vehicle. The driver pulled over to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle; however, the driver was able to resume operation. Read details...
4/3/2012 for 2 days rattle from left front end. Had it checked at independent tire dealer. Said strut bushing dry. Lubed it. A few hours later nose intensified and spring and other pieces fell onto road as I was turning left into condo driveway. Having it towed to dealer. Read details...
Driving at approximately 40 mph and the frame just dropped. The drive felt like I had all flat tires. If I was traveling at an increased speed, I would have crashed. Later I was informed that the spring perch rusted from the inside-out. Read details...