Problem Reports
Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG
Report: Front Thrust Arm and Control Arm Bushing Can Crack or Tear
Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Problem
Model Years Affected: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Average Mileage: 55,000 mi (48,000 mi - 62,000 mi)
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Front thrust arm and control arm bushings can crack and sometimes tear completely. If this is not repaired quickly, damage to the front subframe unit will occur, which is very expensive to repair. Updated control arms (that prevent damage to the subframe when the bushings wear out) are available.
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Report #1Visitor, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, 48,000 mi
same problem
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Report #2Visitor, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, 62,000 mi
Clunk over bumps at speed. Looseness in suspension. Slow speed abrupt braking will produce clunk sound and vibration. New Thrust arm bushings (pair only) replaced by MB. Cost $695.
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