Mercedes W221 Glove Box Dashboard Storage Tray Glovebox Black A2216801191

Mercedes W221 Glove Box Dashboard Storage Tray Glovebox Black is an original interior component designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. It provides an organized space for documents and small accessories while maintaining the consistent, elegant look of the cockpit characteristic of the Mercedes brand. This used item from the Storage compartments, doors, and locks category is a practical solution for repairing or refreshing the vehicle's interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2216801191-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2216801191
• Substitutable numbers: A2216801191, A 221 680 11 91, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented storage tray is mounted in the front part of the cabin, in the dashboard area on the passenger side. Its purpose is to safely store vehicle documents, owner's manuals, and small items that the driver wants to keep within reach. The design, tailored to the dashboard lines of the W221 model, allows for maintaining the factory look of the interior without the need for modifications.

The component belongs to the Storage compartments, doors, and locks group, which means it works with factory opening and closing mechanisms, ensuring convenient access to the contents and stable closure while driving.

Appearance and color matching

The storage tray is finished in black, allowing it to harmonize with most interior configurations used in the Mercedes S-Class W221 generation. The uniform color facilitates aesthetic matching of the component both when replacing a damaged storage tray and during partial cockpit renovation.

Choosing the right shade is important not only visually but also functionally – the dark surface is less prone to showing minor dirt, which helps keep the interior in a neat condition during daily use.

Benefits of using an original storage tray

Using an original dashboard storage tray in a Mercedes W221 provides a number of practical benefits:

• factory fit to the shape of the dashboard, without the need for mounting modifications,
• consistent appearance with other cockpit elements,
• preservation of the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer,
• easier installation compared to replacements with uncertain fitment.

The used component allows for an economical way to restore full functionality of the storage tray, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or replacing worn-out interior components.

Use in service and interior modernization

The Mercedes W221 dashboard storage tray will prove useful both in professional body and paint shops and in workshops specializing in interior restoration. It can be used for:

• repairs after mechanical damage within the cockpit,
• completing missing interior elements,
• refreshing the vehicle cabin as part of preparation for sale.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and manufacturing standards, the installation process is predictable, which shortens work time and makes it easier to achieve an aesthetic final result.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the storage area in the front part of the cabin in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as flaps, locks, or additional storage modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes storage compartments, doors, and locks category.

More about using used interior components

When selecting used interior components, it is worth paying attention to their origin and compatibility with the specific vehicle generation. Properly selected elements allow for optimizing repair costs without sacrificing quality and functionality. If you want to better understand how to effectively use used components for modifications and refreshing your car, check out the article The best used parts for tuning your car, which discusses a practical approach to selecting such solutions.