Front Suspension problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz S430

Two problems related to front suspension have been reported for the 2001 Mercedes Benz S430. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2010

The contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz S430. While driving approximately 60 mph, the front end of the vehicle dropped down onto the tires. The contact pulled over and shut the vehicle off. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 100,000. Updated 01/28/11 updated 03/22/11.

2 Front Suspension problem

Failure Date: 09/03/2010

Airmatic suspension failure in Mercedes Benz S430.


Other Suspension related problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz S430



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