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Mercedes E-Class: Bouncy / floating ride at speed

If you are seeing this symptom in Singapore, use this as a pre-workshop checklist. The goal is to identify the likely root cause, avoid replacing the wrong part, and know the fair repair range before approving work.

Fair SG range
$800–$1,500
Red-flag quote
$3,500+
Likely fix
Airmatic strut rebuild or replacement

What this usually means

65% Airmatic strut leak (front or rear). Real fix $800-1,500 per strut at specialist. Agent quotes $3,500+ each. AirSuspension Hub-tier shops can rebuild rather than replace.

What to ask the workshop before approving repair

  • • Show the diagnostic fault codes.
  • • Show photo/video proof of the failed part.
  • • Give an itemised quote for parts and labour.
  • • Explain why cheaper common fixes were ruled out.

This is not a final diagnosis. It is a money-saving checklist before you go workshop.

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