If your Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 brake pedal pulses under braking, warped brake discs are the likely cause. Learn what to check first, whether it’s safe to drive, and the usual fix.
Why Does the Pedal Pulse?
That rhythmic pulsing you feel through the brake pedal almost always points to the front brake discs (rotors) having uneven thickness or runout — commonly called “warped discs.” On the W206, the brakes are strong and the car is heavy, so discs can develop high spots from heat buildup, aggressive stops, or from sitting with the pads pressed against them after a hard drive. The steering wheel may also wobble if the front discs are the cause, though a pedal pulse alone is usually the discs.
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