2001 Mercedes-Benz S600 Suspension Problems

“2001 S600 abc hose leak -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- so my abc hose is leaking and the shop said that they would need to remove the transmission to replace it - about $3200 in labor and $1000 for the part, and that it must be repaired right away because it might leak on the cat and start a fire. There is a recall. I don't think my insurance co. Is going to appreciate it if they have to cover an S600 barbecue. …”

“Instrument cluster in vehicle displaying speed, oil pressure, fuel level, and other engine functions not working. Referring to recall id 06v028000, I contacted local mercedes dealer and was told that an extended warranty has expired and owner of vehicle would be responsible for all repairs. Contacted Mercedes-Benz representative and was told exactly the same. I explained to both representatives that I took ownership in 2008 and was not notified of any recalls on vehicle, but they both gave same response, emphasizing of an expired extended warranty but not of recall as mentioned. …”

“The mercedes benz dealer informed me that I had an oil cooler and abc hose leak on my 2001 S600. The cost to repair is unbelievable. About $7,500. In reading the mbz forum this appears to be a common occurrence without any help from mbz. The failure for the oil cooler leak can lead to a fire, and the abc hose leak can lead to malfunction of the active body control system causing the car to drastically lower at the effected wheel. The frequency of this problem should be covered by a manufacturer recall. This is a death hazard to me and my family. …”

“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. I am told that S600 has a computer that balances the car. It appears that this computer is not working properly as I have already replaced both front rims, left and right, as well as replaced all four tires. …”

“The contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz s-600. The contact is experiencing suspension failure and the vehicle is leaking hydraulic fluid. The vehicle was not included in the recall. He also stated that the ABS light illuminated. The NHTSA campaign id number was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 55,746.”