Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz C300

Mercedes Benz C300 owners have reported 296 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (276 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's subframe/mounting bracket (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz C300

The Suspension problem

Mercedes of danbury replaced the rear sub frame code 3441 47, since my mechanic (newtown auto repair) told me that the front subframe is in real bad shape, rotten/rusted, that it is dangerous to drive the car in this condition since the wheel and steering components are part and attached to it, the   Read details...

The Subframe/mounting Bracket problem

The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the contact heard an unusual noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the mechanic stated that the rear subframe was rusted and the passenger’s side rear control arm   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Driving at highway speeds car felt un-stable/un-safe. When applying brakes at those speeds car felt even more un-stable/un-safe. Took the car to the local tire shop and found the driver side rear control arm broken off. 2 weeks later the passenger side control arm is also broken off.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 mph over a speed bump, there was a loud cranking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

Vibration at high speed around 70 m/h. Vibration during warm up after a cold start. Noise coming out from unknown parts possibly suspension when running over bumps at low speed around 7 m/h.   Read details...




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