Suspension Problems of Mercedes Benz S600

Mercedes Benz S600 owners have reported 20 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension springs (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mercedes Benz S600

The Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz S600. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the active body control warning light illuminated, after which the front suspension lowered to the ground, preventing the vehicle from being driven.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Springs problem

The contact owns 2001 Mercedes Benz s-600. While he attempted to park the vehicle, the front and rear suspension failed. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that there was air in the front and rear suspension active control body pump.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

The contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz s-600. After being parked for two weeks, the suspension shifted to the bottom of the vehicle. The contact stated that the abs light illuminated intermittently and he heard a noise coming from the front suspension.   Read details...

The Rear Air Suspension Springs problem

The contact owns 2001 Mercedes Benz s-600. While he attempted to park the vehicle, the front and rear suspension failed. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that there was air in the front and rear suspension active control body pump.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Something in the front part of the auto makes a throbbing noise. It causes either the left front wheel or the right front wheel to lose its balance. This does not happen all the time. In a one hour trip, it will happen at least once and for a period of from 5 minutes to 20 minutes.   Read details...




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