Suspension Related Problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz 320

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz 320. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz 320


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz 320

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

While driving at about 45 mph on a smooth straight road, right front upper coil spring perch broke free from chassis due to rust failure of spring perch causing a load noise and the car slumped to one side. Tires were changed just two weeks earlier with no sign of trouble.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

Various problems with electrical, heating and cooling, suspension, power steering, lighting, and purge valve systems. Spent 7k in last 3 years alone. Heating and cooling system was removed and reinstalled twice and still does not work right.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Coil Springs problem

2001 e320 coil spring broke while driving.   Read details...


Suspension related problems in other Mercedes Benz 320 model year vehicles:



320 Service Bulletins
320 Safety Recalls
320 Defect Investigations