Mercedes Benz E430 owners have reported 6 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's dashboard crack (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Dashboard Crack problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Structure problems |
Tl the contact owns a 2001 mercedes-benz E430. While driving approximately 45 mph, the shock spring for the front driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle and landed in the road. The contact pulled over at a fuel station and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. Read details...
Passenger side airbag has developed cracks in the dash board that separate the air bag from the occupants. I feel the air bag may not fire properly since the dash board is cracked all the way through on 1/2 of the total area that surrounds the airbag. Read details...
This is in regards to 1999 Mercedes Benz E430 concerning front spring perches. Date this incident occurred 9/22/2009. Failure to the passenger front spring perch resulting in the spring to dislocate. Fortunately, this did not occur at driving speed rather occurred in a parking lot. Read details...
The passenger side airbag developed cracks all around and separated from the frame. This also occurred at the right hand side of the dashboard near the speaker. I am worried that the airbag will deploy unexpectedly and will create a life safety issue. Read details...