Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz E550

Mercedes Benz E550 owners have reported 56 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (53 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz E550


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz E550

The Suspension problem

While under a hard stop the vehicle’s rear end started to swing back and forth suddenly causing loss of control of the vehicle. Mercedes benz diagnosed the problem as a rusted through subframe which they’ve said is a “known issue” and extended the warranty on the part.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Purchased car in August 2007, have driven 40,000 miles and have replaced 2 stock rims, 6 after-market rims and five relatively new tires due to just average potholes that any other car would simply roll over.   Read details...

The Strut Failure problem

Front air struts suspension failed when car isn't in use. The car was parked in the garage and got down. Part # 212-320-31-38 part # 212-320-32-38 there are a lot of incidents or concern reported with this specific Mercedes Benz air suspension system.   Read details...

The Ball Joint problem

The contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz E550. While driving various speeds, the contact depressed the brake pedal and heard a squeaking noise. The brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The contact mentioned that the air bag warning indicators were illuminated and the rear brake lights failed to   Read details...




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