Mercedes W204 C-Class Suspension Clunk — Front Lower Ball Joint
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
2007
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⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
✅ Safe to Drive
Safety Impact
No direct safety impact reported by owners
Urgency Level
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Clunking from the front suspension of W204 over bumps indicates lower ball joint wear. The joint has no separate replacement — the entire lower arm must be replaced. Cost: £200-350 per side including alignment.
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