Second Hand Mercedes-Benz GLA Steering Wheel Airbag

The original GLA (X156) ran from 2014 to 2019, with a facelift introduced around 2017, so a 2015 and 2018 car sit either side of that refresh. Physical fitment of the airbag itself may be possible across that boundary, but airbag module compatibility with your specific SRS control unit is something you must confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying. Airbags are safety-critical, single-use components, so professional fitting by a qualified technician is strongly recommended.

No — the second-generation GLA (X247, from 2020 onwards) uses a completely different steering wheel design and SRS system to the first-generation X156 (2014–2019), so the airbags are not interchangeable between generations. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can source a unit from the correct generation. Professional fitting is essential for any airbag replacement.

Trim level can affect the steering wheel itself (for instance, AMG Line models typically have a different multifunction steering wheel to SE), which means the airbag module and its cover may differ in appearance or specification between trims. Confirm with the breaker that the donor vehicle's trim matches yours, and also ask them to verify module compatibility with your car's SRS system against your registration. As with all airbag work, have the replacement fitted by a qualified professional.

Yes — a driver's steering wheel airbag is a standard safety feature fitted to every variant of the Mercedes-Benz GLA across both the X156 (2014–2019) and X247 (2020 onwards) generations, regardless of engine, drivetrain, or trim level. You do not need to worry that your particular engine or spec might not have one. What does matter for sourcing a used replacement is the correct generation and trim, so always provide your registration to the breaker.

No, the engine type and whether your car is 4MATIC or front-wheel drive make no difference to the steering wheel airbag — it is an interior component that matches by generation and trim, not drivetrain. Your car is a second-generation X247 GLA, so you need a donor from the same generation. Confirm the trim level and ask the breaker to verify SRS module compatibility against your registration, and always use a professional to carry out the installation.

Steering wheel airbags are safety-critical components and are single-use — once deployed they cannot be reused, and incorrect fitting can cause accidental deployment or failure to deploy in a crash. UK guidance strongly recommends that airbag replacement is carried out by a qualified automotive technician with the appropriate diagnostic equipment to reset the SRS system. A breaker can supply the correct used part, but please factor professional fitting into your budget rather than attempting a DIY install.