Mercedes-Benz W245 B180 (M266) Electric Steering Rack | B-Class EPS Spares

Description

Restore effortless low-speed maneuvering, tight parking flexibility, and original steering precision to your multi-purpose vehicle with this premium Mercedes-Benz W245 B180 Steering Rack (Electric Power Steering / EPS Gear Assembly). Specifically sourced and verified for the first-generation B-Class platform (W245 chassis produced from 2005 to 2011) running the 1.7L M266 petrol engine, this complete steering rack assembly is the definitive replacement for vehicles experiencing a stiff or heavy steering wheel, internal mechanical knocking noises over uneven roads, or intermittent power steering assistance failures.

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class relies on an advanced Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system rather than an old-style hydraulic pump configuration. On the unique sandwich-floor chassis of the W245, the steering gear is mounted low down on the front subframe assembly, integrating a high-torque electric servo assist motor and dedicated electronic control module directly onto the steering rack housing. Because of this low placement beneath the cabin floor, the unit is highly vulnerable to South Africa’s challenging road conditions. Heavy downpours or deep puddles can introduce moisture past aged rubber steering boots, resulting in internal electronic short-circuits or mechanical rack bar corrosion. Additionally, continuous impacts from deep potholes can cause the internal rack-and-pinion teeth to wear down, introducing a dangerous center “play” or rattling noise in the steering column. Replacing the worn unit with this verified factory assembly ensures your steering speaks perfectly with the vehicle’s central electronics.

Manufactured with a high-strength aluminum alloy casting and heavy-duty internal tie-rod joints, this steering rack features the original factory multi-pin electrical harness connectors designed to integrate cleanly into your vehicle’s existing wiring loom. This allows your technician to perform a straightforward mechanical installation and standard electronic adaptation procedures. Trust TP German Auto Spares for fully verified, workshop-tested Mercedes-Benz steering gears, suspension parts, and mechanical spares that keep your B-Class driving safely.

Key Features:

• Vehicle Compatibility: Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W245 Platform) B180 models equipped with the M266 non-turbo petrol engine (2005–2011).

• Integrated EPS Servo Motor: Complete assembly featuring the factory-attached electronic assist motor and power steering control module.

• Dynamic Steering Assistance: Matches factory parameters to provide smooth, speed-sensitive power assistance (light at parking speeds, firm on the highway).

• Heavy-Duty Weather Boots: Arrives fitted with flexible, airtight rubber boots to seal out water, dust, and road road salt from the internal gear tracks.

• Direct-Fit Geometry: Engineered to line up perfectly with factory subframe mounting points and original steering column universal joints.

• Condition: Extensively bench-tested; checked via diagnostic tools for clean internal motor resistance, perfectly straight rack bar travel, zero internal gear play, and uncorroded terminal pins.