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Old Jan 23, 2026 | 11:47 PM
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Vibration issue

Hi everyone,
My name is Scott, and I have a 2013 C300 4matic Luxury that I'm having an issue with. While I'm driving in just about every gear except first, when the engine is around 1800-2000 rpm, I get a vibration that seems to come from the rear. Mainly, while I'm trying to keep a certain speed or starting up a hill. If I give it enough gas like I'm trying to pass someone, it don't do it. Does anyone have an idea as to what may be wrong? Thanks in advance!
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Old Jan 23, 2026 | 11:55 PM
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I also failed to mention, there aren't any check engine lights on or anything on the warning info screens.
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Old Jan 24, 2026 | 12:52 PM
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Old Jan 27, 2026 | 01:52 PM
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Does your RPM gauge visibly shudder/fluctuate when the vibration occurs? I had the issue and I tried new spark plugs, air filters, fuel cleaners, etc. but nothing helped until I came across someone else with the same issue who fixed it by replacing the transmission fluid. I serviced my transmission fluid and this resolved my issue. No vibrations for 3+ years now.
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Old Jan 28, 2026 | 10:56 PM
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Originally Posted by DarkOps
Does your RPM gauge visibly shudder/fluctuate when the vibration occurs? I had the issue and I tried new spark plugs, air filters, fuel cleaners, etc. but nothing helped until I came across someone else with the same issue who fixed it by replacing the transmission fluid. I serviced my transmission fluid and this resolved my issue. No vibrations for 3+ years now.
Maybe a little bit only in gear while moving, when in park or neutral it doesn't do it.
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Old Feb 18, 2026 | 03:19 AM
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Check the control arm Bushing to see if worn out .

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