Used Mercedes-Benz EQS Steering Column

Yes, the EQS does have a conventional steering column connecting the steering wheel to the steering rack, so used units are available from breakers. However, the EQS is also offered with optional rear-wheel steering as part of certain packages, which means the steering system as a whole is more complex than on a conventional car, but the main column itself is present on all variants. If you are replacing yours, confirm with the breaker that the unit came from a car matching your exact specification and build date.

The EQS (V297 generation) launched in 2021 and has continued in the same generation through to the time of writing, so in principle early and later build-year columns are likely to come from the same platform generation. That said, Mercedes introduced updates and running changes during production, and whether a specific column from a 2022 car crosses over cleanly to a 2023 or later car is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration and VIN before purchasing.

Trim level and exterior specification do not affect steering column fitment, but the drivetrain variant can matter because the 580 4MATIC is a twin-motor all-wheel-drive car while the 450+ is rear-wheel drive, and there may be differences in how the steering system is configured between these variants. Tell the breaker both your model designation and drivetrain so they can match the column correctly - do not rely on trim name alone.

Standard production EQS models sold in the UK use a conventional mechanical steering column with electric power assistance rather than a full steer-by-wire system, so a physical column does exist and can be sourced from a breaker. Some later or market-specific variants have explored more advanced steering technology, so if your car is a very recent or special specification, confirm with the breaker that the unit they have is genuinely compatible with your car's steering setup before buying.

Rear-axle steering on the EQS is a separately actuated system at the back of the car and does not change the front steering column itself, so the front column from a car without rear-axle steering should be the same component as one from a car fitted with it. However, because the overall steering system calibration and associated electronics can differ, always confirm with the breaker that the column matches your registration to avoid any compatibility issues with the car's control systems.

Findapart connects you with UK vehicle dismantlers who can quote on used EQS steering columns sourced from accident-damaged or end-of-life cars. Because the EQS is a relatively recent and premium electric vehicle, supply of used parts may be more limited than on older models, so it is worth contacting multiple breakers and providing your full registration and VIN to help them match the correct unit to your car.