Used Mercedes-Benz EQS Wiper Motor

The Mercedes-Benz EQS (X296 platform) launched in 2021 and remains in production, so all current used examples fall within the same first generation. For wiper motor fitment, the key factors are whether you need the front or rear motor and that the generation matches, rather than the exact model year. A used EQS wiper motor from 2021 onwards should be worth quoting on, but always confirm against your registration with the breaker before buying.

Both the 2022 and 2024 EQS sit within the same first-generation X296 model range, so the wiper motor design is expected to be consistent across these years. Specify clearly to the breaker whether you need the front or rear motor, as these are different units. Confirm the part against your registration with the breaker to be sure, as minor running changes can occur within a generation.

Trim level and powertrain do not affect wiper motor fitment on the EQS — the 450+ and 580 4MATIC use the same wiper motor for a given position (front or rear). You may find cosmetic differences in the wiper arms or blades between trim levels, but the motor itself is the same unit. Just make sure you specify front or rear to your breaker and confirm against your registration.

The EQS saloon (X296) and the EQS SUV (X167) are distinct vehicles with different body structures, and their wiper motor assemblies are unlikely to be interchangeable. Always specify to the breaker that you need a part from the EQS saloon X296, not the EQS SUV, to avoid being quoted the wrong unit. Confirm fitment against your registration with the breaker before purchasing.

Yes, the front and rear wiper motors are separate, different units and are not interchangeable with each other. When contacting a breaker, be specific about which position you need — NS or OS blade faults can sometimes mislead people into replacing the motor when only the linkage or blade is at fault, so it is worth diagnosing carefully first. Confirm the correct unit for your registration with the breaker before agreeing a purchase.

The EQS has been a single generation since its 2021 launch, and no major facelift with confirmed wiper system changes is well-documented at this time, so motors from across the production run are generally expected to be compatible. However, Mercedes-Benz can introduce running production changes that are not publicly detailed, so this is a case where you should confirm the donor car's year and registration against yours with the breaker directly. Never assume fitment without that check.