Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz C Class

Mercedes Benz C Class owners have reported 12 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 (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension coil spring (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz C Class


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz C Class

The Suspension problem

Was driving car and heard loud noise got out and saw front right side was sitting lower on one side. Car pulls hard to the right. Had my mechanic inspect. Concluded that the cup holder that holds the vehicles springs was rusted out.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

I had just exited the freeway, and slowing down for a stop light when I heard a loud crack. The front drivers side coil spring socket that connects to the unibody had rusted and broke, dropping the suspension on top the tire.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

My mercedes 1997 c-280, purchased from the mercedes dealer, has exhibited several inherent design issues. The issue that is the greatest safety issue is the constant deterioration/destruction under normal use of the upper control arm bushings, every 50,000 miles or so, which is not normal for any   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

Rear suspension bouncing causing difficulty in maintaining control.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes Benz C Class. While driving 35 mph or higher, the esp indicator light illuminated. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer and repaired once before for the same failure. The failure occurs intermittently while driving 35 mph.   Read details...




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