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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 156 repairs.
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (35%)
$500 - $999 (40%)
$100 - $499 (10%)
< $100 (5%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 137000 mi US $890 |
Power steering filter clogged |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 143000 mi US $1600 |
New struts, transmission and differential flush, oil change, replaced breather. |
| 144000 mi US $1600 |
Replaced front lower control arm bushing (severe cracking) |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 123000 mi US $1485 |
Front stabilizer bars replaced |
| 46900 mi US $1000 |
ball joints needed replacing; total with new secondary battery and normal service was $1246.34 |
| 55000 mi US $520 |
Replace left and right lower balljoints |
| 75000 mi US $500 |
Changed control arms |
| 118000 mi US $850 |
Front wheel had a "clunking" sound. Bearings and spindles replaced both front wheels. |
| 234000 mi US $2300 |
Replaced front struts, body control module, and other suspension parts. |
| 74700 mi | suspension |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 95000 mi | left front air spring assembly. this make twice for this one replaced. part under warranty by arnott. |
| 104000 mi US $1500 |
rear air suspension |
| 76000 mi US $3000 |
Rear subframe replacement. Rear shock/spring replacement. |
| 108000 mi US $600 |
Airmatic system failing, motor makes noise and bags leak overnight every night |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 84940 mi ¤1350 |
Replace Front Control Arm joints. Replace Front Brakes and Rotors. Replace Engine Oil and Filter. Replace Transmission Oil and Filter. Clean Air Filters. Replace Battery - Both (Auxiliary and main). Replace Air Intake Element. |
| 88700 mi ¤500 |
Airmatic suspension issues |
| 23000 mi US $450 |
front strut failed, mercedes covered parts due to low miles but not labor |
| 96000 mi US $650 |
Noise hear from front end while driving. New steering rods, and new struts installed. |
| 187500 mi US $3000 |
Leaking rear airbag. Mechanic recommended replacing all airbag suspension with coil springs |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 119000 mi US $700 |
Upper ball joints replaced |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 29980 mi $200 |
Right upper arm noisy. Replaced with aftermarket part |
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