Second Hand Mercedes-Benz CLE ABS Pump

Yes, the CLE has an ABS pump as part of its standard braking and stability control system — it is fitted across all variants of the model. The CLE was launched in 2023 as a coupé (and later cabriolet), replacing both the C-Class Coupé and E-Class Coupé, and all versions left the factory with ABS as standard. If you are searching for a used unit, you are looking in the right place.

The CLE (C236/A236) launched in 2023 and is still in its first generation with no facelift having occurred at the time of writing, so there is no generation boundary to worry about between 2023 and 2025 cars. That said, engine variants do matter for ABS pump compatibility — the 200, 220d, 300, and AMG 53 all differ in power and braking demands, so make sure the unit you are buying came from the same engine variant as your car. Confirm compatibility against your registration with the breaker before purchasing.

Yes, engine size and output are relevant here because larger or more powerful engines typically run uprated braking hardware, and the ABS pump is calibrated as part of that system. A unit from a CLE 200 may not be correct for a CLE 300 or AMG 53, even if the cars look identical from the outside. Always tell the breaker your exact engine variant and registration so they can match the pump correctly.

Trim level in itself does not determine which ABS pump you need — colour, interior spec, and cosmetic packages like AMG Line bodywork make no difference to the braking system. What matters is the engine variant and any associated brake package, so a CLE 300 AMG Line and a CLE 300 without the AMG Line trim should use the same pump if the running gear is otherwise identical. If you are unsure whether your car has a sport or upgraded brake setup, confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than going by trim name alone.

The CLE replaced both the C-Class Coupé and E-Class Coupé from 2023, but it sits on its own platform (C236) and is not a straightforward carry-over of either predecessor. Parts from a W205 C-Class Coupé or C238 E-Class Coupé are very unlikely to be a direct fit, and you should not assume interchangeability just because the CLE was marketed as a spiritual successor to both. Raise this specifically with the breaker, quoting your CLE's registration, before buying any unit sourced from an older model.

The safest approach is to give the breaker your full registration number and, where possible, the part number from your existing pump — the number is usually printed on the unit itself. Engine variant, model year, and whether your car has any factory-fitted driver assistance packages can all influence the correct specification. A reputable breaker will check these details against their salvage vehicle before supplying the part, so always ask them to confirm compatibility rather than relying on model name alone.