Mercedes W204 Rear Brake Caliper Piston Corrosion
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
2007
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Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
🚫 Do NOT Drive
Safety Impact
Direct safety risk — affects safe operation of the vehicle
Urgency Level
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The rear brake caliper pistons on W204 C-Class corrode and seize in salty road environments, causing the rear brakes to bind. The caliper runs hot and the rear pads wear rapidly. Caliper replacement costs £120-250 per side. De-seizing spray is a temporary fix only.
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