Problem Reports
Mercedes-Benz SL500
Report: Steering Dampening Shock Will Leak Fluid When it Fails
Mercedes-Benz SL500 Problem
10 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Verified
A fluid leak from the front of the vehicle may be a result of a worn steering dampening shock. Our technicians tell us that if a leak is noted from the dampening shock it should be replaced.
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Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500, 53,000 mi
Steering dampening strut leaked; entire dampening assembly had to be repalaced.
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