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No two curtain airbags are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
Yes, curtain airbags (also called side curtain or roof-rail airbags) are fitted to the GLE as standard across all generations — they deploy from the roofline to protect occupants in a side impact or rollover. You may see them listed by breakers as curtain airbag, side curtain airbag, or roof airbag, so it is worth using all three terms when requesting quotes. Because airbags are safety-critical, single-use components, always have a replacement fitted by a qualified technician.
The W166 GLE ran from 2015 to 2019, and the second-generation V167 GLE launched in 2019 — these are completely different platforms with different roofline and airbag architecture, so the parts are not interchangeable across that boundary. Even within the W166, confirm the exact module compatibility with your SRS system against your registration with the breaker before buying. Airbags are safety-critical and single-use, so professional fitting is strongly recommended regardless of generation.
Trim level does not affect curtain airbag fitment on the GLE, as the roofline and airbag mounting architecture are consistent across SE, Sport, and AMG Line variants within the same generation. You may find minor differences in interior headlining finish when a part comes from a different trim, but the airbag unit itself should be the same. Always confirm SRS module compatibility with the breaker against your registration, as this cannot be guaranteed on trim alone.
Yes, side matters — NS (nearside, passenger left) and OS (offside, driver right) curtain airbags are handed and not interchangeable, so make sure you specify the correct side when requesting quotes from breakers. The GLE is a five-door SUV across both generations, so there is no variation in door count to account for. Always confirm the side and generation with the breaker, and have the replacement fitted professionally as airbags are safety-critical components.
No — whether your GLE is a petrol, diesel, hybrid, or AMG variant, the engine and drivetrain have no bearing on curtain airbag fitment, as this is determined by generation and body structure. You can safely disregard engine references when searching or requesting quotes from breakers. The key details to supply are the generation (W166 2015–2019 or V167 2019-onwards) and which side you need, plus your registration so the breaker can verify SRS system compatibility.
A 2018 GLE is a late W166 first-generation car, whereas a 2019 or 2020 GLE could be either a late W166 or an early V167 second-generation depending on the build date — these two generations do not share the same curtain airbag. If the donor car is confirmed as another W166, fitment is more plausible, but you should still confirm airbag module compatibility with your specific SRS system against your registration with the breaker. Airbags are safety-critical and single-use, so professional fitting is essential.