Mercedes-Benz GLS Gear Stick Replacement Parts

Not in the conventional sense — all GLS models sold in the UK use a column-mounted or stalk-type gear selector rather than a floor-mounted gear stick, because the GLS has always been exclusively automatic-transmission. What you may be looking for is the gear selector stalk on the steering column, the rotary gear selector dial (fitted to some generations), or the gear selector module assembly, so it is worth clarifying which component you actually need before searching.

The GLS nameplate arrived with the second-generation X166 (2015–2019, a rebadged GL), followed by the third-generation X167 (2019–present, with a facelift around 2023). The selector type changed between these generations — the X166 used a column stalk arrangement while the X167 moved to a different selector design — so generation matters greatly and you should confirm yours from the V5 or a VIN check before ordering.

A 2018 GLS is X166 generation and a 2020 GLS is X167 generation, so these sit on either side of a major model change in 2019 and the selector assemblies are not the same design. Parts from within the same generation are a much safer starting point, but you should still confirm compatibility with the breaker against your full registration and engine code, as ancillary changes can occur mid-production.

Because the GLS range spans both petrol (e.g. GLS 400, GLS 580) and diesel (e.g. GLS 350d, GLS 400d) variants, the engine code is the most useful detail you can supply — mechanical components including selector assemblies can vary between engine families even within the same model year. Pull your engine code from the V5 or a VIN decoder and quote it to the breaker so they can match accurately.

Trim level alone does not affect which gear selector assembly is mechanically fitted — AMG Line, AMG Line Premium, and standard GLS variants within the same generation share the same drivetrain setup. There may be cosmetic differences in finish or paddle-shift surrounds depending on specification, so confirm the exact appearance with the breaker if matching trim aesthetics matters to you.

Whether a used selector module requires coding or pairing to your vehicle's ECU is something you should confirm directly with the breaker or a Mercedes-Benz specialist, as this can vary by configuration and is not something that can be stated as a blanket rule. Raise this before purchasing so you understand any additional work that may be needed after fitting.