Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz C280. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Coil Spring problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems |
On July 30, 2015 around 1900 hrs. I was leaving home going to pick up my kids from around the corner. I came to a stop light (red). Begin to move forward when a loud bang happened then scraping. I got out the car to address the situation and observed that my vehicle was sagging. Read details...
Driver side upper spring carrier failed allowing the spring to become jambed in the steering. Due to failure occurring at low speed (under 20 mph) loss if steering control caused only minor damage by coming in contact with a curb. A failure of this type at highway speed would be catastrophic. Read details...
After arriving home and driving over a speed bump in our apartment complex at a slow speed, we heard a popping noise. Then, as we were turning into a parking space, we heard a grinding or dragging noise. Read details...