Four problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2001 Mercedes Benz S430. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2001 was when the airmatics first came out mercedes perfected in 2002 there was a recall but I did not get the letter til after the date and mercedes wouldn't honor it I purchased this car and it's broken such a waste the airmatics won't go up it's slammed low we'll need to tow it w the big tow truck because it's too low it'll scratch.
January 30, 2015, I noticed my car sitting on the ground. I started the car, raised the airmatics up, pulled out my driveway, stopped at the stop sign and my car lowered and shut off. I repeat by turning the car back on and raising the car back up. On my way home I received an emergency call stated my cousin was about to be jumped and to come to their bus stop. I asked my family, "where are you?" when I arrived around the corner, my car began lowering while driving, I came over the hill and was shocked that traffic was completely impeded as my car began sliding down the hill. I had less than seconds to respond and swerved towards and open field. Four youth and one adult came in contact with my car. I was shacking, in shock as I thought I hit my own daughter. I called 911, took toxicology test and was charged with four counts of aggravated battery. My insurance said it was an accident and settled all claims with the injured parties. I knew my problem was the brakes or suspension as the police tampered with evidence, planted dirt and lied that there were skid marks when the photos showed none. I had four businesses and loss everything behind this car accident. This story hit national news as the truth was never told to the public. Please, stay on top of this issue pertaining to the suspension problems. I continued requesting for them to fix my car and have receipts to prove it. It was temporarily repaired but nenes completely fixed. If I had known the suspension could result to an accident I would not have purchase this car. I drove my children around in this unsafe car and it hurt others in the process. Please do not allow this to happen to anyone else.
Vehicle instrument cluster panel has failed. No lights or instrument indicators function. All lights with in the panel do not operate. Also suspension of vehicle failing. Affected by weather. Cold weather affects vehicle not allowing rise of car.
Vehicle will start to shake when traveling at 50 mph and higher. Entire vehicle will shake, not just the steering. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced the driveshaft, but the problem still occurring.