Second Hand Mercedes-Benz GLE Steering Rack

These are two distinct generations: the W166 ran from 2015 to 2019, and the W167 replaced it from 2019 onwards with a substantially revised platform and different steering geometry. The rack mountings and electronic interfaces differ between the two generations, so a W166 unit will not cross-fit to a W167. Always confirm the exact generation against your registration with the breaker before ordering.

Both 2016 and 2018 fall within the W166 generation (2015–2019), so provided the engine size matches, these racks are generally from the same fitment family. Engine size can influence the steering rack specification on the GLE due to differing weight and power outputs, so make sure the breaker matches your exact engine variant. Confirm against your registration before purchasing, as no fitment can be guaranteed.

For the GLE's steering rack, trim level such as AMG Line, Sport, or SE does not in itself determine which rack is fitted — what matters is the generation and engine size. You may find cosmetic differences around the steering column area or interior trim, but the rack itself is not trim-specific in the conventional sense. Confirm the engine size and generation with the breaker against your registration to ensure a match.

The generation boundary falls within 2019: the W166 ran up to mid-2019 and the W167 launched from late 2019, so a 2019 plate could be either generation depending on the exact build date. This distinction matters significantly for steering rack fitment, as the two generations use different platforms and incompatible components. Give the breaker your full registration so they can confirm which generation your vehicle is before sourcing a rack.

Within the same W166 or W167 generation, engine size and weight have more bearing on steering rack specification than fuel type alone; a rack from a similarly sized diesel and petrol can sometimes interchange, but this is not guaranteed across all variants. The GLE range spans a wide spread of engine sizes and outputs, which can affect the rack specification. Ask the breaker to match both the generation and the specific engine code from your registration to be sure.

The W166 GLE received a facelift in 2018, primarily affecting exterior styling and infotainment, but the underlying platform and steering architecture remained within the same generation. In many cases the steering rack itself carries over, but whether a specific pre-facelift rack interchanges with a post-facelift car is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume. Name the facelift year and your engine size when quoting so the breaker can check part numbers directly.