Mercedes brake repair is similar to most vehicles in the same class, but the parts necessary are often unique to the car. Brake repair on most modern vehicles involves replacing the brake pads, inspecting the supporting components, and ensuring the system functions correctly.

Brake Inspections

Mercedes brake repair starts with a full inspection of the brake system. The brake repair tech starts with a full inspection of the brake system on your vehicle, including the brake pads, rotors, brake lines, and all supporting parts in the system.

If you are experiencing problems with the brakes, let the technician know so they can look for issues that could be causing what you are seeing when braking. Some of the most common issues are sound, vibration, or handling issues related to a worn part in the brake system that is easy to fix once discovered.

Brake Service

The nature of the brake service necessary on your vehicle is often related to how much you drive and the conditions in which you use your vehicle. Mercedes brake repair often changes for cars driven in heavy stop-and-go traffic because the brake pads and rotors wear much faster. 

A car that spends most of its time on the highway will typically not use the brakes as often. However, it is still important to have yearly checks and replace the brake pads when they show signs of heavy wear. 

Along with the brake pads, the brake rotors need checking to ensure they are not warped or damaged from excessive heat. In some cases, the brake rotors can develop ridges and imperfections in the surface, but a qualified Mercedes brake repair shop can typically remove them by resurfacing the rotors on a lathe.

Replacing springs and other hardware is also often necessary, as heat and stress on these parts can cause them to stretch and eventually fail. The brakes may still function, but ensuring the hardware is in good shape is an essential step in reducing the potential for brake system failure.

Brake Parts

When choosing the parts for your Mercedes brake repair job, you may want to consider using OE (original equipment) parts to ensure the fit and function of the parts are correct. However, OE parts are not a requirement, and many aftermarket sources produce parts that are as good as the OE parts at a lower cost. 

Vehicles that are still under warranty may benefit from OE parts and service at a Mercedes dealership, but most brake repair shops can do the work for you, so call ahead and ask about any concerns you have before you decide where to take your Mercedes for brake repair.