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Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (5%)
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Chart based on 2051 repairs.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (29%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (22%)
< $100 (18%)
Chart based on 247 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 577hp 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 16200 mi | Took the car in for new tires and the dealer found a bushing that "looked distorted". They replaced the bushing and performed a four wheel alignment under warranty. I consider this fantastic service. |
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 195hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 55000 mi US $1500 |
Wheel alignment and tire replacement. |
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 4000 mi | Power steering failed & warning light came on. |
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 44000 mi US $525 |
Front passenger control arm needed camber bolt to get into alignment. |
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 402hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 2170 mi | Replaced the wheel bearings |
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 56000 mi US $200 |
Alignment completed for the 3rd time. |
| 58900 mi | Power steering pump |
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
248-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 48360 mi $1300 |
Replacement of front and rear absorbers and linkages. |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 21000 mi | Rear air suspension |
| 30400 mi | rear airmatic shocks |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 25000 mi | Airmatic system out of tolerance, replaced. |
| 81000 mi US $975 |
Front left (driver's side) AirMatic shock failed and broke. When that happens red light goes on and the car advises you to stop driving. The suspension goes down to its lowest point and the tire rubs the fender housing. The shock had to be replaced. |
| 82000 mi | Front wheel bearings need to be replaced. |
| 26000 mi | Replacement of air shocks and front struts |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 2000 mi | Suspension continues to collapse after a few days. |
| 91120 mi $1700 |
Replaced Lower Linkage Arm, Engine Mounts etc. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 228hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 118420 mi $1150 |
Right front Air suspension strut leaking, replaced |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 29000 mi $7000 |
Power steering. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
518-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 23000 mi | Pump replaced on air suspension system. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 35000 mi | air suspension system developed a leak and car went down to the fenders. |
| 11000 mi | Air suspension was leaking air, the dealer replaced the part; everything is fine now. |
| 135000 mi US $2400 |
Rear Air shocks plus valve assembly |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3000 mi | vibration of steering on turning at slow speeds. Check front suspension for 4-matic (all-wheel-drive system) lubrication, successful adjustment. |
| 121000 mi US $1 |
Wire rubbed and frayed to AIRMATIC purge valve. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 86000 mi US $250 |
Mis-diagnosed and replaced the power steering pump. Still had the noise. Turns out it was the ac compressor bearing thanx to a seized up clutch |
| 53000 mi US $540 |
Changed worn sway bar and sway bar end links |
| 34000 mi US $110 |
Power steering fluid was leaking. An "O" ring need to be replaced. |
| 36000 mi US $911 |
Power steering leaking. Replaced pump and reservoir. |
| 43000 mi US $300 |
Alignment pull to the right. Had to take it to an alignment shop 3 times. Finally installed "Crash Bolt" to pull up the caster on the front right wheel. Alignment pull to the right. Had to take it to an alignment shop 3 times. Finally installed "Crash Bolt" to pull up the caster on the front right wheel. |
| 83000 mi | Power steering pump faulty and had to be replaced. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 10000 mi | Defective Front Shock Absorber - it was replaced. |
| 29000 mi | Squealing-squeaking sound when turning left. Due to a shim problem for strut bearing that was replaced. The problem was recognized by MB in a Tech Service Bulletin, and repair was done in accordance with the bulletin. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 51460 mi ¤2500 |
wobbly wheel. replace tie rod |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 188hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 129900 mi €1800 |
front shock absorbers end of life |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 49700 mi US $1600 |
AirMatic air suspension pump failed, required replacement |
| 135000 mi US $1222 |
Replace passenger front strut |
| 138817 mi US $1114 |
Airmatic compressor failure, replaced with reman'd unit. |
| 76000 mi US $3650 |
Airmatic shock on left front began leaking. Replaced both front Airmatic shocks. |
| 106000 mi US $860 |
Replaced front passenger side airmatic strut |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 21300 mi US $495 |
I felt alignment out of spec and had the system checked. They replaced 3 bolts and said it's done but I still got the same problem. Figured out that E-Class "drifts" more than normal becuase of light steering. Common occurrence. |
| 69700 mi US $1800 |
Went in for regular 70K service. Front lower control arm bushing were diagnosed as failed and needed immediate replacement as tires were getting mis-aligned. (Inside tread was at lowest limit). Replaced as advised - both sides. |
| 45700 mi | Started to notice front tire wear, tire shop said wheel bearings worn. Dealer checked and said it is normal wear and tear. |
| 45000 mi US $390 |
Heard knocking sound over speed bumps and rough road. Both left and right struts replaced under extended warranty |
| 57000 mi | Creaking and kncking noise over noise over speed bumps. Strut replaced...again! |
| 73000 mi US $1000 |
both control arms replaced |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
228-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 97340 mi C $1000 |
Damaged tie-rod. Replaced unit. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 74000 mi US $685 |
replaced worn front control arms and bushings |
| 71500 mi | Replaced worn front wheel bearings left and right Replace front struts and rear shocks due to tire wear and poor ride handling. |
| 109000 mi US $200 |
Alignment |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 168hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 126000 mi £180 |
Replacement of tie-rod ends |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 40700 mi US $5000 |
replaced tires and bushings |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 90700 mi US $800 |
Front passenger air shock replaced |
| 105000 mi US $1763 |
Driver side front air suspension replaced. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 100 mi | Bad steering wheel sensor triggered ESP warning light to come on and stay on until the vehicle was restarted. Functionally, ESP worked fine. |
| 9000 mi | Steering wheel position sensor. |
| 131000 mi US $700 |
Replaced worn shocks and struts |
| 145000 mi US $120 |
Lower control arms, spring arms, sway bar links, ball joints and camber bolts |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 73160 mi C $2300 |
Replaced both lower control arms, which were worn out and causing uneven wear on tires. |
| 104000 mi | Replaced wheel bearing assembly covered under warranty. Sold the car in June. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 65100 mi US $500 |
Short in air suspension wiring affecting rear load levelong |
| 94500 mi US $150 |
Air suspension leak |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 68000 mi US $400 |
Replace both front struts. Rubber was deteriorated and coming apart. |
| 96000 mi US $2000 |
Ball joints, connecting rods top plate. |
| 85000 mi US $850 |
Lower ball joints discovered worn beyond margins regarding state safety inspection too much wheel play |
| 96100 mi US $800 |
Front end Ball Joints needed replacing |
| 103100 mi | rear springs replaced |
| 128000 mi US $1900 |
tie-rod replacement |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 62400 mi | Suspension light on; no repair other than replace sensor. |
| 71460 mi R 1000 |
Drivers side Air Shock failed while car was on the lift doing service. Drivers Air shock removed and refurbished. |
| 89900 mi R 17000 |
Heard a Ceraking noise in suspension over speed bumps. Inspected suspension and found ball joint worn. Replaced drivers side lower ball joint with arm. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 25600 mi | Steering Rack creaking. Known TSB. Replaced parts under warranty. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 107000 mi US $500 |
Front passenger airbag would not hold air. Replaced the shock. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 47000 mi US $510 |
Front end out of alignment, causing abnormal tire wear. Shop says, "They all do that." |
| 102000 mi | Negative camber on all 4 wheels. Front wheels have MB extension installed, but still have negative camber. Tires wear unevenly and do not last as long as they should. No further adjustment is possible. |
| 32000 mi | Took vehicle to dealership looking for possible issues. Because original warranty about to expire. Independent mechanic coached me on possible issues. They replaced control arm bushing, transmission mount. |
| 82000 mi US $500 |
Front lower ball joints replaced |
| 116000 mi US $2500 |
and a control arm bushing |
| 67300 mi US $2354 |
strut rods, bushings, |
| 133000 mi US $975 |
Front lower control arms and torque strut bushings replaced on both sides due to split torque strut bushings |
| 128000 mi US $499 |
Left/right lower ball joint replaced |
| 27742 mi | Replaced left front tire; belts separated. Performed 4-wheel alignment. Replaced (2) upper transverse control arm joints. Replaced right front strut. Replaced sunroof seal; discolored. Synchronised sunroof closing program. |
| 92000 mi US $1400 |
worn bearings; repack |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9262 mi | LF axle boot replacement. Left seat software module repair. Both on warranty |
2006.5 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 168hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 147000 mi £102 |
Front Suspension Leg, Broken n/s/f spring. Replace both front springs |
| 158000 mi £150 |
replaced pipe |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 88000 mi US $3000 |
bushings. |
| 42000 mi US $1800 |
Car was listing on the driver side. Found driver-side front strut leakage (Airmatic), repair not possible, replaced with original new MB part. No issues since. |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 103000 mi US $3800 |
Rear airbag failure on both rear wheels |
| 150500 mi US $871 |
third party warranty paid $1565 for replacement of a wheel bearing, front thrust arms and bushings, front stabilizer bar |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 183000 mi US $400 |
Dealer said 1700 ..local gas station made repair for $400..dealer wanted to replace shocks |
| 115000 mi US $1146 |
Replaced both airsprings with Arnott bags. My left bag had a hole in it lowering the back end making the car undrivable. |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 116000 mi US $2300 |
Front spring sagging, rear spring cracked. Replace front struts, and rear springs plus front upper ball joint |
| 72200 mi US $1012 |
Front ball joints, one front control arm, S-belt, alignment. |
| 39000 mi US $139 |
Worn tie-rod end discovered during new tire alignment |
| 62000 mi US $244 |
Front bushing |
| 29241 mi | Replaced right side upper ball joint |
| 69000 mi US $253 |
Replaced Loose Right Front Lower Ball Joint |
| 80600 mi US $269 |
Replaced left front lower ball joint |
| 103000 mi US $1000 |
Broken Spring Replaced - Right Front. Caused by hitting curb. |
| 81000 mi US $480 |
Replaced lower right ball joint |
| 129000 mi US $2000 |
replace front spring, tie rod ends, sway bar bushings |
| 98000 mi US $680 |
replaced front struts and rear shocks |
| 101000 mi US $1063 |
WORN OUT TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS ETC. |
| 146000 mi US $2000 |
Changed springs and shocks to refresh ride quality |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 88000 mi US $1200 |
Rear Air Springs |
| 92000 mi US $1600 |
Front air shocks replaced |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 125000 mi US $550 |
Cracked sway bar. Might have been caused by hitting a pot hole this spring |
| 144000 mi US $650 |
Cracked sway bar |
| 158600 mi US $1200 |
Replace sway bar which broke during a hard landing due to road conditions |
| 163010 mi US $2995 |
Replaced rear [suspension] air bags |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 53000 mi | Left front ball joint replaced. |
| 105000 mi US $518 |
Replace torque strut bushings |
| 121000 mi US $380 |
Power steering hose had small leak |
| 97800 mi US $6000 |
Replaced various ball joints |
| 50000 mi | car was making a grunching noise over dips. was diagnosed as a defective (worn?) front anti-sway bar. part was replaced under warranty |
| 73500 mi US $330 |
replace both front torques strut bushings at dealer for cost |
| 1100 mi | steering pump failure |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 58700 mi US $1100 |
Front left suspension was too low. Replaced front shocks/struts |
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 |
| 75000 mi US $500 |
Changed control arms |
| 55000 mi US $520 |
Replace left and right lower balljoints |
| 234000 mi US $2300 |
Replaced front struts, body control module, and other suspension parts. |
| 74700 mi | suspension |
| 46900 mi US $1000 |
ball joints needed replacing; total with new secondary battery and normal service was $1246.34 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 108000 mi US $600 |
Airmatic system failing, motor makes noise and bags leak overnight every night |
| 76000 mi US $3000 |
Rear subframe replacement. Rear shock/spring replacement. |
| 95000 mi | left front air spring assembly. this make twice for this one replaced. part under warranty by arnott. |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 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 |
| 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 |
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 |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 168000 mi US $2000 |
air shock leak |
| 168000 mi US $2765 |
replace driver side airspring (back) and air suspension control module; also had passenger side airspring replaced at independent that did the work last year as they used a non-OEM part that wouldn't balance the car out. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 193700 mi US $2400 |
Failed left front wheel bearing. Replaced bearing, drive shaft, other parts. |
| 93800 mi US $1100 |
Collapse of left front air suspension strut. |
| 120280 mi C $4000 |
Busted joint in front suspension (not sure which) . Was required to pass safety. |
| 144000 mi US $1200 |
Air Compressor for Airmatic system was bad as well as a few sensors |
| 148000 mi US $2000 |
Suspension air bags had to be replaced |
| 89000 mi US $200 |
purchased car with AIRmatic issues |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 155000 mi | Air bag for suspension blew out on right rear wheel |
| 70700 mi US $400 |
Dealer identified the need for new ball joints and lower control arms. I agreed on the issue, based on what I knew. Wanted 1500. I did it myself for 400, but spent about 10 hours working on it. |
| 114000 mi US $800 |
Replaced tie rod ends, upper/lower ball joints, and brakes all around. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 85000 mi US $1610 |
1. replaced left front sway bar end link. ($310.00) |
| 90000 mi US $450 |
R/R left front shock absorber (strut). |
| 166000 mi US $5500 |
Front left wheel sag |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 136000 mi US $700 |
Airmatic driver's side front strut failed. Replaced with rebuilt unit. |
| 91000 mi US $3000 |
Air shocks leaking required replacement |
| 91200 mi US $1267 |
Front airmatic strut leak |
| 76000 mi US $500 |
Air shock blew out |
| 94000 mi US $150 |
Replaced control arm, worn out bushing. |
| 103000 mi US $250 |
Replace L/R air strut due to previous strut failure. |
| 114000 mi US $200 |
Replace ball joints |
| 52250 mi US $670 |
Ball joints worn and replaced. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 253000 mi US $210 |
Replace Right Front Control Arm Bushings. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 76000 mi US $5500 |
Replaced broken swaybar bracket |
| 167300 mi US $1900 |
Front driver side strut |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 83900 mi US $2000 |
Replaced cracked bushing. |
| 73500 mi US $3800 |
replace entire suspension system. Airmatic pump and 4 struts. |
| 158000 mi US $540 |
one front wheel control arm bushing, small maintenance service |
| 45000 mi US $318 |
Sounded like a helicopter out front, real low rumbling. I took it to a trusted mechanic and he diagnosed a wheel bearing gone bad. I chose to replace the entire wheel hub assembly. |
| 95000 mi US $650 |
Replace front end air struts, Air compressor replacement, from strut failure |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
| 160000 mi US $650 |
replaced both outer tie rod ends replaced lower ball joints replaced upper ball joints |
| 185000 mi US $300 |
Rear suspension components entirely replaced Replaced front springs |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| 189100 mi $100 |
I replaced lower ball joint due to squeeky noise. |
| 198400 mi $250 |
While driving clear knocking acured...so went to the garage and it turned out it was bad ball joint on stabilizer bar...Than and they replaced brake pads-front, changed oil in differential(I asked that,because I have never changed that) ,and inspected the vehickle...took them just over two hours.. |
| 187860 mi $700 |
I changed rear shocks due to constant 'chewing' noise... |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| 53320 mi | replaced shock-absorber for a car with air-suspension. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 36101 mi US $1515 |
Left front airmatic strut replacement as airmatic strut leaked to failure. A VERY common occurence on these vehicles. DONE UNDER WARRANTY |
| 56728 mi US $790 |
Left and right side thrust arm balljoint boots torn. Both replaced. |
| 99000 mi US $405 |
As previously mentioned as a weak engineering point in my review of the E55, the component that went bad was the right front airmatic strut. At the dealer this would be a $1500 job. I had mine rebuilt and did the work myself. |
| 108000 mi US $1500 |
Another airmatic strut failure, terrible system. Instead of replaicing the air strut only to have it fail in 2 years, I replaced all 4 corners with a coilover conversion. All airmatic struts were pulled out. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 90000 mi US $1300 |
Entire front suspension rebuilt, including tie rods, ball joints, struts, & control arms. Air suspension compressor line failure. Car dropped to a dangerous level while driving. Left front air suspension strut failed, required total replacement. |
| 74140 mi C $1000 |
The idler arm/sway bar bushing is an integrated piece. I haven't replaced it yet. The bushing is gone. It is common on these. |
| 102300 mi US $280 |
Power steering fluid was leaking from the high pressure hose that goes from the pump to the rack and pinon. Hose was replaced. |
| 104000 mi US $2000 |
right front shock failed. |
| 68000 mi | FRont ball joints failed warranty replaced. |
| 83000 mi | Replace airmatic compressor and replace both rear axle air springs. warranty repair. Estimate total cost $3000 |
| 102000 mi US $800 |
Air Suspension Active Handling shock major component replacement. Rear Shock failed leaked oil. |
| 114400 mi US $1500 |
Replace airmatic left front airspring/shock. Done buy owner. Replace airmatic left front airspring/shock. Done buy owner. |
| 122800 mi US $670 |
Right Airmatic front strut air bladder failed replaced entire strut assembly. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 51460 mi $1000 |
Replaced front ball joints. |
| 67000 mi US $895 |
Normal check up, but SBC Pump went bad, was replaced under MB extended coverage for this pump. Other work included normal A work up. |
| 77000 mi US $873 |
1-replaced both front lower ball joints; 2-replaced rf lower force control arm assembly including contr arm strut w/bushing & ball joint |
| 80000 mi US $332 |
replaced left front force control arm strut w/bushing amd ball joint |
| 94000 mi US $521 |
replaced both rear air springs Replaced air suspension pump assembly/compressor and suspension filter |
| 106000 mi US $1751 |
Left front air strut would not rise. It failed. Replaced left front air strut assy. $1,130 Replaced both upper ball joints. $314---plus wheel alignment due to replacing either ball joints or left front strut assy--$130 |
| 108022 mi US $444 |
replaced left front lower control arm and related 4 wheel alignment |
| 141000 mi US $2800 |
Bar needed to e replaced |
| 62200 mi US $300 |
front wheel bearings changed |
| 110000 mi US $2081 |
Replace rear coil springs (broken). Replace front control arm bushings and one ball joint. 4 wheel alignment plus anual service |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
| 31000 mi | I was also advised that i required front near side suspension leg, two rear suspension legs, rear brake pads, front brake pads and discs, and a service. |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 174000 mi US $760 |
Replaced both front wheel bearings, oil change |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 202000 mi US $150 |
replaced inner tie rod ends,replaced all brake pads |
| 145900 mi | Upper Control Arms |
| 170100 mi US $500 |
Rear shock absorber. |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 74000 mi US $944 |
Ball joints needed replacement |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 55000 mi US $520 |
Replace power steering pump |
| 75000 mi US $400 |
suspension |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 160000 mi US $300 |
Front coils springs |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 108000 mi US $180 |
Remove & replace rear shock absorbers with aftermarket Bilstein B4 units |
| 108800 mi US $1053 |
Steering rack leaking. Steering rack replaced with a rebuilt unit. |
| 126300 mi US $652 |
Replace lower ball joints. Previouse replacement Lemforder ball joints only lasted 40K miles Replaced OE front shocks with aftermarket Bilstein Touring Class (B4) units |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 175500 mi US $2000 |
Both original rear self-leveling suspension "accumulators" were leaking hydraulic fluid, giving the car an unbearably harsh ride quality Decided to replace both front shocks as well with OEM Bilsteins |
| 210000 mi | Control arms & bushings |
| 160300 mi US $160 |
Leaking steering pump |
| 69300 mi US $4000 |
Front ball joints, rear shocks, Lower control arm bushings, steering bushing, tie rods(inner+outer) |
| 110800 mi US $900 |
Corrosion of lines containing steering fluid and rear hydraulic suspension, needed replacing. |
| 116000 mi US $500 |
Lower control arm bushings worn out, causing pulling and uneven tire wear. Both bushings replaced, problem solved. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
349-horsepower 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 156000 mi US $1500 |
Replace all 4 shocks |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 240211 mi US $1500 |
Replaced front shocks and front upper control arms to ameliorate a pothole-induced clunk from right front. Four-wheel alignment also performed at this time. |
| 249000 mi US $200 |
Replace both outer tie rods and align |
| 277000 mi US $160 |
Recently installed both lower ball joints. Did the work myself. Cost about 85 bucks for the parts, had it aligned for 75 bucks, and bought 4 new tires, at about 600 bucks for the 4. |
| 315000 mi US $20 |
Replaced rf wheel bearing. |
| 316500 mi US $200 |
Both upper control arm/ball joint assemblies |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 173000 mi US $1000 |
Tire wear (feathering) on front passenger side. Caused by worn suspension components, i.e. lower ball joints. |
| 156000 mi US $1100 |
Replaced front coil springs, left front was broken. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 95000 mi US $1200 |
FRONT END NEED TO BE REPLACED WEAR PROBLEM |
| 247000 mi US $1200 |
Power steering pump failed. |
| 93000 mi US $2000 |
And ball joint. |
| 93000 mi | Although I didn't have any known problems I went in for their free safety inspection. I was told that both front ball joints have some play in them. The tech said this is very common. |
| 96000 mi | Second tech also said I needed new ball joints. Then I got my preferred tech, and he said the other two techs were trying to "hose" me. The other two techs are no longer working there. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 118100 mi US $751 |
replace left and right tie rod ends |
| 126000 mi US $600 |
Replace rear springs and shocks. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 94860 mi C $1900 |
Left-front wheel bearing heat-fused to hub, severely hamping wheel rotation. Two parts could not be separated in shop, whole assembly replaced. |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 117000 mi US $300 |
heard noise when turning steering wheel, power steering fluid leak, changed 4 seals, 300 total cost. |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 118580 mi $1800 |
Body noise over bums. Front and rear shocks and chassis rubber absorbers. |
| 127100 mi C $2400 |
suspension, steering, wheel bearing and parking brake |
| 127100 mi | One broken rear spring, |
| 79100 mi US $1000 |
new rear springs, rotors |
| 88000 mi US $830 |
Replace broken front springs |
| 255000 mi US $1700 |
Replaced front swaybar bushings & links Replaced front struts and springs. Common wear point for these W210 vehicles |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 160000 mi US $1923 |
Replaced springs that were getting worn down. First time springs replaced and car is 11 years old, so I'm quite happy with how long they lasted me. :) When in for new springs, they found that the left-front spring perch was severely rusted and about to fail, so they had to replace that too. This really increased the bill, so I'm quite unhappy that this wasn't properly noticed previously. |
| 178000 mi US $200 |
Had started having a real bad squeaking noise from the right rear of the vehicle. Ended up having to replace both rear shocks. Squeaking noise was still occurring, so I took the car back and had it diagnosed/repaired again. Dealer gave me a good discount on this trip, since they hadn't completely fixed the problem the first time. They also fixed my water pump. |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 155000 mi US $300 |
bad rear lower control arm bushings. changed rear wheel bearings also to try to eliminate 40 mph hum which occurs after driving 1 mile but goes away. |
| 99000 mi US $3000 |
Simply fixed the problem (wheel bearing). Tie-rod ends. |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 90000 mi US $1700 |
repack and replace R outer tire rod end |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 166200 mi US $4500 |
Replaced stabilizer bars or end links Shocks, lower control arms, bushings |
| 144000 mi US $750 |
Ball joints replaced. |
| 98000 mi US $600 |
I initially took the car in for battery replacement and what I thought was power steering pump failure. (found leaking hose) |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD
| 145000 mi US $30 |
Replaced lower control arm camber bolts. |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 122760 mi C $1000 |
replace wheel bushing |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 126700 mi US $175 |
Replaced both front springs after discovering that both were broken. |
| 136700 mi A $127 |
severe failure in hydraulic hose from pump to chassis in power steer/ self level suspension ( smoke from spray on exhaust hid adjoining car) M/B "no part in Australia"local hydraulic Co fabricated one I removed and replaced |
| 141980 mi C $1500 |
front suspension spring perch failed and collapsed front end |
| 155820 mi C $200 |
noticed during oil change |
1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 156000 mi US $60 |
replaced front bushings |
| 185780 mi C $200 |
Upper body mount for FR shock rusted away and had to be replaced. I was told that this repair was common for cars in Canada. |
1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 236000 mi US $250 |
Needed new bushings up front |
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