Mercedes W166 Seat Headrest Front Left Right N/O/S Black Imitation Leather

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Mercedes W166 Seat Headrest Front Left Right N/O/S Black Imitation Leather is an original interior component designed for installation on the front seats of Mercedes W166 class vehicles. Finished in black imitation leather, it ensures a consistent cabin look and provides comfortable head support for the driver or passenger. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore factory seat functionality or aesthetically complete their interior equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1669704050
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1669704050
• Substitutable numbers: A1669704050, A 166 970 40 50
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and compatibility with Mercedes W166

The presented headrest has been designed specifically for the Mercedes W166 family of models, which translates into a precise fit for the front seat structure. The component can be used on both the driver and front passenger sides, making it ideal for replacing a single headrest or for a symmetrical upgrade of both seats.

Its original Mercedes origin ensures the maintenance of correct mounting geometry, proper height, and a shape tailored to the backrest, which facilitates installation and helps maintain a consistent look for the entire seat set.

Materials and interior color scheme

The headrest is made of durable black imitation leather, allowing for an aesthetic match with most factory upholstery configurations in the Mercedes W166. This type of finish is easy to maintain on a daily basis, resistant to typical dirt, and withstands wear well in both city and long-distance driving conditions.

The black color scheme helps maintain a uniform interior character, and the neutral shade facilitates integration with other cabin elements, such as door panels, the center console, or the headliner.

Function, ergonomics, and safety

The headrest plays a key role in seat ergonomics and cervical spine protection during daily driving. The properly shaped cushion supports the head, reducing fatigue on longer trips and improving overall travel comfort.

Correct adjustment of the headrest relative to the user's posture helps stabilize the head in the event of sudden braking or a collision, which is a vital element of the vehicle's passive safety. Using an original component from the Headrests group allows for maintaining the parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

Condition, service application, and benefits of installation

The product is used, making it an attractive service solution for Mercedes W166 owners looking for parts at a reasonable price while maintaining original specifications. It is particularly useful in situations where the existing headrest has suffered mechanical damage, upholstery wear, or has been lost.

Replacing the headrest with an original component allows you to:

• restore full functionality of the driver or front passenger seat,
• maintain the visual consistency of the vehicle's interior,
• preserve the ergonomic parameters intended for the W166 model.

Expanding equipment in the Mercedes Headrests group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front seating area in your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as additional headrests, variants with different firmness, or models with a different support shape, check the available parts in the Mercedes Headrests category.

More about the advantages of original used Mercedes parts

If you want to better understand why choosing original used components, such as headrests for the Mercedes W166, is beneficial in terms of durability, comfort, and operating economy, it is worth reading the article: Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original used parts?.