Second Hand Mercedes-Benz CLE Track Rod

Yes, the CLE does have track rods as part of its front steering and suspension setup. The CLE (launched in 2023 as a two-door coupé and convertible) uses a conventional multi-link front suspension arrangement that includes track rods connecting the steering rack to the wheel hubs. If you need a rear track rod (sometimes called a rear toe link or track control arm), that is a separate component — confirm with the breaker which end you need when requesting a quote.

The CLE is a relatively new model launched in 2023 and has not yet had a confirmed facelift, so cars built across 2023 to 2025 are all first-generation examples. In principle, track rods from early and later production cars within the same generation are likely to be compatible, but minor running changes can occur during a production run without a formal facelift. Always confirm fitment against your exact registration with the breaker before purchasing.

For most everyday steering and suspension components like the track rod, engine size does not typically drive a difference in the part itself across the CLE range. However, the CLE is available with a range of four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines, and heavier or higher-powered variants can occasionally use uprated components, so it is worth confirming with the breaker that the donor car's engine matches yours. Side (nearside or offside) is what matters most — make sure you specify NS or OS when requesting a quote.

Trim level alone does not affect track rod fitment on the CLE — the AMG Line trim is largely a cosmetic and equipment package rather than a different suspension specification. The core steering geometry parts are shared across trim grades, so a track rod from an AMG Line car will generally be the same as one from a standard-spec car of the same engine variant. That said, if your car has been fitted with optional adaptive or sports suspension, confirm with the breaker that the donor vehicle matches your setup.

Yes — track rods are side-specific, so you must tell the breaker whether you need the nearside (NS, left-hand side, passenger side in a UK right-hand-drive car) or offside (OS, right-hand side, driver's side). Fitting the wrong side will not work correctly and could affect steering and safety. Double-check which side needs replacing before contacting a breaker for a quote.

The CLE Coupé and CLE Cabriolet share the same platform and front suspension architecture, so the front track rods are expected to be the same across both body styles. The additional weight of the Cabriolet's roof mechanism sits largely at the rear, so it is unlikely to affect the front steering components. Confirm this with the breaker against both the donor and recipient registration numbers to be certain before buying.