2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Suspension Problems

“Started car and got message: abc malfunction, car too low . In actuality, car elevated. The ride of the car has changed. It has a soft and floaty feeling compared to its normal stiffer ride. I have seen the above complaint on the internet multiple times. It seems this is a wide problem. I haven't heard any recalls from mercedes.”

“I was driving an 03 SL500 and from the start the battery light (white stayed on) replaced both front and back battery and voltage regulator, now the red battery light is on and stays on. On last night, while driving down the highway, I heard a pop, car dropped and warning came on saying car was too low and fluid is leaking from the front driver side look like by the front wheel. Mechanic did a lot of guessing and still not fixed.”

“This car has had abc problems from day one. First we had hydraulic leaks, we replaced struts, then the pump went out and had to replace that. Now the car lowers on it's own when ever it feels like it. If I park the car it lowers and when I reverse the low front end will get trapped and drag, now the front bumper is ruined...this will be my last mercedes.they need to recall this terrible system,.I never have any problem with my lexus..ijs”

“Abs problem my car wont go up or down it is in the down position ABS light is on don t no what problem is I believe that there is a recall on this problem.”

“I own a 2003 mercedes benz sl 500 and replaced the hydraulic pump in 2014 for $6400.00. The car would drop low (on one side if parked for a few hours). Today, january 5, 2017 - the identical problem happened again. While driving, I heard a loud bursting sound and then hydraulic fluid began seeping out also, the abc red dash light illuminated stating that the car is too low to drive . I managed to slowly drive home (without power steering). This is a huge defect in mercedes benz technology and manufacturing - a class action lawsuit is absolutely necessary. …”