Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz 500

Mercedes Benz 500 owners have reported 15 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension springs (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz 500

The Suspension problem

Was going down road and front strut bottomed out because of air bellow failure in air leveling system . Many people have had same problem!   Read details...

The Front Suspension Springs problem

While driving 65 mph the air suspension system malfunctioned without warning. As a result the front end collapsed. The cause had not been determined. Please provide additional information.   Read details...

The Automatic Stability Control (asc) problem

While driving 40-45 mph suspension/automatic stability control light came on, vehicle became lower to the ground. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed consumer that air suspension system needed to be replaced. 9-25-07 phone converstaion: was run off the road into a ditch.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

I recently am hearing knocking sounds in the rear end of my 2001 s500 mb. I am afraid to know what's happening but it sounds major. This vehicle only has 77k miles and has given me so many problems. I've just spent 2k to replace a strut a week ago and am wondering if the vehicle is just defective   Read details...

The Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

While driving the lower ball joints on the passenger side snapped in half, causing a collision. Consumer complained to the dealer that the front end felt loose while driving. Vehicle was taken to the dealership three times. There were no injuries.   Read details...




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