Table 1 shows one common suspension related problems of the 1997 Mercedes Benz C230.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension problems |
: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, a loud clanging noise was heard. Upon initial inspection, it was determined the left front side of the vehicle had fallen downward onto the left front tire. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who determined the factory welds of the strut fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 1/19/2007 -.