Second Hand Mercedes-Benz CLA Steering Box
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A buyer's guide to used Mercedes-Benz CLA steering box
No two steering boxs are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's manual or power-assisted
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Fitment questions
Does the Mercedes-Benz CLA have a steering box?
No — the CLA uses an electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system, not a steering box. A steering box is a recirculating-ball unit typically found on older or heavier vehicles; the CLA never used one in any variant or generation. If you need the steering component on a CLA, what you are most likely looking for is the steering rack (also called a steering rack and pinion assembly), or possibly the steering column or EPS motor.
What steering rack do I need for my Mercedes-Benz CLA?
The CLA ran across two main generations: the C117 (2013–2019, with a facelift around 2016) and the C118 (2019 onwards). These two generations use different steering rack assemblies and are not interchangeable. Within each generation, the rack design can also vary with engine variant, so always confirm the exact part against your registration with the breaker.
Will a steering rack from a 2016 CLA fit a 2014 CLA?
Both years fall within the C117 generation (2013–2019), but 2016 was broadly when the mid-generation facelift arrived, which can bring changes to steering components. Whether the rack crosses that facelift boundary without issue is not something that can be guaranteed — confirm against your specific registration with the breaker before buying.
Does the trim level affect which steering rack I need on a CLA — for example, Sport, AMG Line or AMG?
Trim level alone — whether your CLA is in SE, Sport, AMG Line, or full AMG specification — does not fundamentally change the steering rack part itself. However, AMG variants (such as the CLA 45 AMG) carry significantly different running gear and may use a different rack specification to match their power output, so these should be treated as a separate fitment check. Always confirm the exact part against your registration with the breaker rather than relying on trim name alone.
Will a CLA steering rack from a C118 (2019-on) fit my older C117 CLA?
No — the C117 (2013–2019) and C118 (2019–onwards) are entirely separate generations with different platforms, and their steering racks are not interchangeable. Always source a rack that matches your generation, and confirm the specific part number with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
What should I search for instead of a steering box on my Mercedes CLA?
Since the CLA never had a steering box, the part you almost certainly need is the steering rack and pinion assembly, which is the main unit controlling steering on this model. Depending on your fault, you may also need the EPS (electric power steering) motor, the steering column, or a steering angle sensor. Describe your symptoms to the breaker and quote your registration so they can identify the correct component.