I own a '92 300CE and have leather problem with the current wheel. I could get it recovered, however, have an opportunity to get a '95 wood and leather S class steering wheel for cheap.

Does anyone know if the airbag and steering are compatible and could be switched out?

Thanks.

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Norm K.
'97 E420 Sport
'06 E350 Sedan
'67 Mustang Coupe
'70 F-250
'15 VW Jetta

Ok, no responses.

I guess I will keep the original and get it recovered as I am unsure about the fit and airbag relationship.

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Norm K.
'97 E420 Sport
'06 E350 Sedan
'67 Mustang Coupe
'70 F-250
'15 VW Jetta

Norm, suggest you call the Parts Department at your local MB dealer and ask them if the steering wheels are interchangeable.

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Fred Hoelzle

Did that and they could not tell me unless they had VIN numbers from both of the cars. The steering wheel I wanted to buy is already taken off of the '95 car. As near as I can tell the shape of the 4-spoke is different and the airbag area shape is different. The new wheel would come with an airbag but I don't know if it would employ on any kind of accident. Do need an airbag case of an accident.

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Norm K.
'97 E420 Sport
'06 E350 Sedan
'67 Mustang Coupe
'70 F-250
'15 VW Jetta

I think the early cars used a slip ring to make contact, and the later ones used a clock spring affair, maybe the parts guy can help.

what I would do is check out this thing called Wheelskins. I put one on my 88 BMW wheel for the same reason(s). It works great after 3 years and I have always liked it (the feel) better than the original anyway. They are like $50 and take like an hour to install but are premier.... I got mine from Bavarian Auto but a steering wheel is a steering wheel....

I think you are correct Peter.

What is the part number?

If you get a hold of MB, I believe the replacement 124 wood leather wheel may be the one for the 140 S Class. They do not bolt straight on to the 124. The slip rings are different and need to be "spiral" for the late model 124. You will also need a bigger hole in the boss for the wiring and a rubber grommet for the wires.

I have a brand new “Genuine” wood leather wheel from the MB dealer for my 124 Cabriolet except it does not fit! Fits a 140 S class though.

If you let me know the part number I can compare it to the one I have, that way I can let you know what to expect if it is the same.

Regards, Inspector.