TammamB

Dealer says rotors are warped on S550, front only, need replacement.
This is my 5th benz and first time issue, drove CLS 500 for 4yrs without need for rotor replacement, so I'm skeptical to believe the dealer when he says it's a 'user-error'

I don't mind replacing pads (even though benz should cover them... I know, I know), but replacing the rotors @ 14k, no way... Am I being unreasonable?

P.S.- For those wanting to find other issues, the car shimmies only during braking and corresponds with wheel rotation.

Thanks all
Enjoy

softgenious

Mercedes should pay for the rotors...

TammamB

After 2 days of deliberation including discussion with Merc Cust Service, rotors were replaced by Merc.

It's just principle

Thanks

absent

I got stuck with warped rotors in SL65.
MB rep said it was caused by repeated frequent heavy braking from high speeds (at 8k miles),which was the truth anyway.
I frequently drive on the Edens at 4-5 am ,no cops in sights so I can't help it (it's an autobahn cruiser ,isn't it?)
After spending over $16k on replacement I decided to never again buy a car without CCBs.
None of the Benzes have them so I would not buy any of them until they do.
The new $300k SL65BS is a disgrace ,with steel brakes only,IMO.

WSH

Must say best brakes (pedal feel, fade resistance, wet perf) I've ever enjoyed are those of '09 CL65, and I use my 65 as a 5000lb mtn twisties missle (on wkends) w/extensive hard braking and titrated braking into downhill corners, etc

Much admire CCM/PCCB (esp pedal feel of PCCB) but last versions I've driven in rain (on 599 and 997TT) have troubling, non-confidence-inspiring brake response characteristics in rain driving; I'm told latest-gen PCCB in 997GT2 are improved vs wet but I've only driven GT2 in dry, so don't know if that claim is true

trumpet1

Agreed. Should be under warranty.