2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2001

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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (38%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (0%)

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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Engine not specified

117000 mi

US $100
squeaking right front suspension 
120000 mi

US $400
Replaced lower front control arms and ball joints. 

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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

89160 mi

$200
rear left hydraulic line comes into contact with the plastic protecting under the fender and gets scratched until it finally breaks and loses all pressure(ABC). 
139000 mi

US $2500
Hydraulic auto-leveling suspension repair. Three accumulator cells were replaced. all fluids were also replaced. 
140000 mi

US $2400
combination hydraulic leveling suspension pump/power steering pump replacement 

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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Suspension Problems

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