2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft — 231 Type, Rear, SL400 price snapshot
- Low
- $75
- Average
- $83
- High
- $100
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2016 Mercedes S Class Axle Shaft — 231 Type, Rear, SL400 prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 231 Type, Rear, SL400 variant of the 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft, built from 13 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Price summary
A used 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft (231 Type, Rear, SL400) costs $75 to $100, with a median asking price of $75. Based on 13 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 15, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$75
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$75–$1009 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$754 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $75–$100 | 9 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $75–$75 | 4 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$75
Ungraded$75
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $75–$100 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 231 Type, Rear, SL400 compare?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, Rear, SL400 variant of the 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft, based on 13 priced listings. Its $75 median is 69% below the 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft overall median of $245.
There are 31 other axle shaft variants available for the 2016 Mercedes S Class.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same trim, other years
231 Type, Rear, SL400 in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft variants are available?
217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S550, RH
49 listings$200$65 – $304222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S400
49 listings$200$65 – $304222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S550, LWB, AWD (VIN G8F, 5th, 6th and 7th digits), RH
49 listings$200$65 – $304222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S550, SWB (VIN F8F, 5th, 6th and 7th digits)
49 listings$200$65 – $304217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S550, LH
47 listings$210$100 – $450222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S550, LWB, AWD (VIN G8F, 5th, 6th and 7th digits), LH
47 listings$210$100 – $450217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S550, RH
46 listings$430$250 – $786222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S400, outer, RH
46 listings$430$250 – $786222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S550, outer, RH
46 listings$430$250 – $786217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S550, LH, outer
44 listings$450$150 – $750222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S400, outer, LH
44 listings$450$150 – $750222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S550, outer, LH
44 listings$450$150 – $750222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S600
42 listings$339$207 – $556222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S600 Maybach
42 listings$339$207 – $556222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S550, LWB, RWD (VIN G8C, 5th, 6th and 7th digits), RH
40 listings$200$75 – $541217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S63
38 listings$152$75 – $750222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S550, LWB, RWD (VIN G8C, 5th, 6th and 7th digits), LH
38 listings$152$75 – $750222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S63
38 listings$152$75 – $750231 Type, Rear, SL550
34 listings$96$50 – $250222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S63, outer, LH
33 listings$445$69 – $1,212231 Type, Rear, SL63, AMG Performance Package (limited slip differential)
32 listings$280$77 – $493231 Type, Rear, SL65
32 listings$280$77 – $493231 Type, Rear, SL63, w/o AMG Performance Package
28 listings$150$63 – $300217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S550, LH, inner
22 listings$100$51 – $250217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S63, LH, inner
22 listings$100$51 – $250222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S400, intermediate shaft
22 listings$100$51 – $250222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S550, intermediate shaft
22 listings$100$51 – $250222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S63, intermediate shaft
22 listings$100$51 – $250222 Type, Front, (Sdn), S63, outer, RH
20 listings$439$99 – $499217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S65, ceramic brake system
2 listings$550$550 – $550222 Type, Rear, (Sdn), S65, ceramic brake system
2 listings$550$550 – $550Back to full guide
2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft — all trims
Common questions
2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft (231 Type, Rear, SL400) FAQ
How much is a used 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft (231 Type, Rear, SL400)?
Based on 13 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Mercedes S Class axle shaft in the 231 Type, Rear, SL400 variant lists between $75 and $100, with a median asking price of $75.
Which years use the 231 Type, Rear, SL400 axle shaft?
The 231 Type, Rear, SL400 variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability may differ by year.