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Mercedes-Benz E430
Report: Premature Tire Wear Due to Cracked Lower Control Arm Bushings
Mercedes-Benz E430 Problem
6 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Verified
Irregular and premature tire wear can be caused by the lower control arm bushings cracking, resulting excessive movement at the control arm pivot point. Ball joints can also wear out prematurely, causing similar tire wear symptoms. I some cases it may be necessary to replace the lower control arm, including bushings & ball joint to correct this concern.
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Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E430, 101,000 mi
40K milage tires worn out in 19k miles.
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