Mercedes Benz S430 owners have reported 5 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brakes failed (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brakes Failed problems | |
| Power Assist Brake problems |
Car stuck on park, wont release gear due to faulty plastic safety feature that cracks over time due to inferior material. Have to replace whole gear box or remove safety pin which can cause an accident since lever will shift whitout pressing brake or ignition on. Read details...
Contact states the there was complete brake failure at 23,000 miles. The vehicle was still under warranty. Service dealer stated they couldn't find what is wrong with the brakes. While driving at speeds above 40 mph the vehicle vibrated. Read details...
Contact states the there was complete brake failure at 23,000 miles. The vehicle was still under warranty. Service dealer stated they couldn't find what is wrong with the brakes. While driving at speeds above 40 mph the vehicle vibrated. Read details...