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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Suspension Problems

Suspension complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has 33 NHTSA suspension complaints and 0 suspension-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Airbags
195
Steering
158
Electrical
145
Lights
51
Suspension
33
Other
18
Structure
15
Engine
15
Brakes
10
Tires
9
Powertrain
6
Speed Control
4

33

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Suspension Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Apr 5, 2024SUSPENSIONAfter noticing brake fluid leaking I took my car to a local automotive shop and when he raised it to...
Nov 16, 2023SUSPENSIONAs I was driving from work, I noticed that when I started using the brakes I starting hearing a meta...
Oct 24, 2023SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHERThe caption and case number is Sowa et al v. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC et al., [XXX] MBUSA has extended...
Mar 2, 2023SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGSi was driving in the highway 50 mph and i was braking and my car slipped in the other line of the hi...
Oct 3, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELSI bought this car for my 18 year old son based on Mercedes reputation for safety and longevity, only...
Sep 19, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at...
Sep 18, 2022SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHERWas told by a mechanic that there is a safety recall for sub frames on Mercedes vehicles. After an ...
Aug 2, 2022SUSPENSIONThe stability control is off in the rear. No warning lights or noise. Other models of this same year...
Jul 7, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTURETake my car to the dealer and told me my rear subframe is rusted out and is dangerous to drive. Tota...
Jul 4, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, he heard an abn...
Apr 6, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe contact's son owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to the ...
Apr 1, 2022SUSPENSIONMy 2009 Mercedes Benz C300 4 Matic sedan fishtails at the rear end when I apply the brakes. I’ve own...
Feb 21, 2022SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREthe rear subframe @lower control arms right side rust on bracket when put break on the car go to ri...
Jan 22, 2022SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHERRear subframe corrosion discovered by Mercedes Benz Service.105,000 miles on the vehicle. Presents a...
Nov 8, 2021SUSPENSIONBrought in vehicle for problem when braking, car would pull to one side. Repair shop said rear sub a...
Sep 26, 2021SUSPENSIONrear subframe rotted away and car wouldnt move
Jul 15, 2021SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving approximately 60-70 mph...
Jul 1, 2021SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the ...
Jun 11, 2021SUSPENSIONDRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS CAR FELT UN-STABLE/UN-SAFE. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AT THOSE SPEEDS CAR FELT ...
May 22, 2021SUSPENSIONpassenger right rear subframe broke and full of rust

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