Year-specific price guide

Used 2016 Mercedes S Class Ignition Switch prices

Name: 2016 Mercedes S Class Ignition Switch Prices
Creator: Saurabh Kumar

Year-specific used ignition switch pricing for the 2016 Mercedes S Class, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.

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Last updatedOct 5, 2026

2016 Mercedes S Class · 217 Type, (Cpe), S550, adaptive cruise

$100

median asking price

45 priced listings · $78–$315

Part overview

About the 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch

A used 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch costs between $45 and $384, with a median of $99 from 684 salvage yard listings.

What the ignition switch does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used ignition switch price guide →

Also known asKey SwitchIgnition Starter Switch

Price summary

A used 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch costs $45 to $384, with a median asking price of $99. Based on 684 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2016–2020 (4 model years), updated Oct 5, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$99

Grade B (good)$119

2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch price snapshot

USD

Low: $45
Average: $120
High: $384

770 listings observed · 684 priced listings used · last updated Oct 5, 2026· How we price·

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$45–$384607 listings

Grade BStandard used$100–$11935 listings

Grade XUngraded$79–$10742 listings

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$45–$384	607
Grade BStandard used	$100–$119	35
Grade XUngraded	$79–$107	42

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Grade A$99

Grade B$119

Ungraded$107

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $45–$384 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch replacement cost?

ESTIMATE

Used part: $99; 2016 Mercedes S Class median asking price
Labor: $95–$375; 1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total: $195–$475; median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for ignition switch replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include key programming if the vehicle has an immobilizer system. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full ignition switch replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

217 Type, (Cpe), S550, adaptive cruise45 listings$100$78 – $315

217 Type, (Cpe), S63, adaptive cruise45 listings$100$78 – $315

217 Type, (Cpe), S65 (adaptive cruise)45 listings$100$78 – $315

222 Type, (Sdn), S400, adaptive cruise control45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S400, w/o adaptive cruise control45 listings$100$78 – $315

222 Type, (Sdn), S550, adaptive cruise control45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S550, w/o adaptive cruise control45 listings$100$78 – $315

222 Type, (Sdn), S550e (hybrid), adaptive cruise control45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S550e (hybrid), w/o adaptive cruise control45 listings$100$78 – $315

222 Type, (Sdn), S600, (adaptive cruise control)45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S600 Maybach, (adaptive cruise control)45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S63, adaptive cruise control45 listings$99$45 – $272

222 Type, (Sdn), S63, w/o adaptive cruise control45 listings$100$78 – $315

222 Type, (Sdn), S65, (adaptive cruise control)45 listings$99$45 – $272

231 Type, SL40013 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$275$75 – $384

231 Type, SL55013 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$275$75 – $384

231 Type, SL6313 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$275$75 – $384

231 Type, SL6513 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$275$75 – $384

217 Type, (Cpe), S550, w/o adaptive cruise1 listings$78$78 – $78

217 Type, (Cpe), S63, w/o adaptive cruise1 listings$78$78 – $78

Year-specific context

How does the 2016 Mercedes S Class compare?

The 2016 guide is based on 770 observed listings, including 684 with posted prices. Its $99 median is 1% below the Mercedes S Class guide's $100 median.

Among the 9 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2017, 2019, 2020. Shopping across all 4 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Compare model years

What does a Mercedes S Class ignition switch cost in other years?

20232 listings$175$175 – $175 202222 listings$78$75 – $181 202117 listings$100$75 – $181 202028 listingsCompatible$100$75 – $384 2019223 listingsCompatible$100$40 – $384 2018111 listings$100$40 – $384 2017930 listingsCompatible$105$35 – $384 2015320 listings$139$66 – $384

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What other Mercedes S Class parts are priced?

All S Class parts

01wide ±108%

Differential

Price data updating

Mercedes S Class fitment

16wide ±137%

Door Assembly

$998median

$250$2,975

Mercedes S Class fitment3,335 listings

17wide ±125%

Drive Shaft

$342median

$108$962

Mercedes S Class fitment1,176 listings

18wide ±105%

Engine

$9,999median

$3,995$25,000

Mercedes S Class fitment1,089 listings

19wide ±229%

Engine Computer

$241median

$44$1,150

Mercedes S Class fitment2,019 listings

20wide ±133%

Exhaust Manifold

$250median

$79$742

Mercedes S Class fitment318 listings

21wide ±145%

Fender

$475median

$122$1,499

Mercedes S Class fitment2,386 listings

22wide ±70%

Fog Light

$242median

$70$410

Mercedes S Class fitment128 listings

23wide ±246%

Front Seat

$402median

$90$2,070

Mercedes S Class fitment2,740 listings

24wide ±182%

Fuel Pump

$150median

$33$580

Mercedes S Class fitment4,953 listings

25wide ±176%

Fuel Tank

$340median

$125$1,324

Mercedes S Class fitment979 listings

26wide ±252%

Grille

$300median

$50$1,560

Mercedes S Class fitment3,495 listings

27wide ±118%

Headlight Assembly

$1,450median

$425$3,850

Mercedes S Class fitment5,798 listings

28wide ±207%

Heater Core

$116median

$60$540

Mercedes S Class fitment1,069 listings

29wide ±99%

Hood

$1,000median

$215$2,185

Mercedes S Class fitment1,365 listings

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

Mercedes S Class fitment

31wide ±135%

Intake Manifold

$181median

$35$525

Mercedes S Class fitment2,637 listings

32wide ±75%

Master Cylinder

$87median

$45$175

Mercedes S Class fitment1,219 listings

33wide ±116%

Side Mirror

$600median

$210$1,599

Mercedes S Class fitment9,393 listings

34tight ±15%

Power Steering Pump

$831median

$630$887

Mercedes S Class fitment10 listings

35wide ±87%

Quarter Panel

$777median

$340$1,685

Mercedes S Class fitment2,650 listings

36wide ±166%

Radiator

$200median

$55$720

Mercedes S Class fitment5,325 listings

37wide ±190%

Rear View Mirror

$119median

$40$493

Mercedes S Class fitment1,611 listings

38wide ±148%

Starter

$125median

$30$400

Mercedes S Class fitment2,194 listings

39wide ±139%

Steering Column

$225median

$75$699

Mercedes S Class fitment4,090 listings

40wide ±129%

Steering Rack

$950median

$300$2,750

Mercedes S Class fitment2,464 listings

41wide ±149%

Steering Wheel

$610median

$150$1,973

Mercedes S Class fitment4,345 listings

42wide ±203%

Strut

$350median

$78$1,500

Mercedes S Class fitment9,693 listings

43wide ±216%

Sunroof

$660median

$150$2,999

Mercedes S Class fitment1,067 listings

44wide ±86%

Tail Light

$406median

$175$872

Mercedes S Class fitment1,745 listings

45wide ±243%

Tailgate

$560median

$100$2,825

Mercedes S Class fitment2,083 listings

46wide ±189%

Throttle Body

$120median

$39$493

Mercedes S Class fitment2,707 listings

47spread ±40%

Torque Converter

$755median

$299$909

Mercedes S Class fitment59 listings

48wide ±77%

Transfer Case

$590median

$293$1,200

Mercedes S Class fitment180 listings

49wide ±226%

Transmission

$1,799median

$305$8,444

Mercedes S Class fitment1,943 listings

50wide ±269%

Transmission Control Module

$135median

$25$750

Mercedes S Class fitment32,212 listings

51wide ±256%

Turbocharger

$450median

$90$2,398

Mercedes S Class fitment4,127 listings

52wide ±174%

Water Pump

$150median

$25$546

Mercedes S Class fitment4,935 listings

53wide ±134%

Wheels

$475median

$125$1,400

Mercedes S Class fitment8,054 listings

54wide ±112%

Window Regulator

$199median

$50$495

Mercedes S Class fitment1,330 listings

Common questions

2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch?

Based on 684 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch lists between $45 and $384, with a median asking price of $99.

How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch?

Using a used part, a 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch replacement typically runs $195–$475 all-in: the median used ignition switch for this year lists at $99, and independent-shop labor for ignition switch replacement typically takes 1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$375). The labor figure does not include key programming if the vehicle has an immobilizer system. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch also appear under model years 2017, 2019, 2020, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

How much is a 2016 Mercedes S Class key switch?

A key switch is another name for a ignition switch. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Mercedes S Class ignition switch — median $99, from 684 listings.