Audi A3 8V Rear Seat Headrest Middle Centre Leather Dakota Black 8V0885975C

Audi A3 8V Rear Seat Headrest Middle Centre Leather Dakota Black is an original interior equipment component designed for the rear bench of this model. Crafted from black Dakota leather, it ensures consistency with the factory cabin finish, while its properly contoured design supports passenger comfort and head stabilization. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the full functionality of the rear seat or aesthetically replace a missing headrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V0885975C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V0885975C
• Substitutable numbers: 8V0885975C, 8V0 885 975 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and function in the Audi A3 8V rear bench

The rear middle headrest in the Audi A3 8V is responsible for improving safety and travel ergonomics for the passenger in the center seat. Its appropriate height and shape help reduce strain on the cervical spine during sudden braking, without restricting rear visibility more than standard factory solutions. For Audi A3 8V owners, this is an element that allows for maintaining equipment consistency and rear seat comfort.

Material and finish – black Dakota leather

The headrest is upholstered in black Dakota leather, making it easy to match with standard leather seats in the Audi A3 8V. The material structure is resistant to typical operational wear, such as frequent adjustments or contact with clothing, while providing a pleasant, thermally neutral touch. The dark color scheme helps maintain an aesthetic interior appearance, effectively masking minor dirt typical of daily vehicle use.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is designed for installation in the rear part of the cabin, in the center seat position. The headrest construction is adapted to the factory guides and height adjustment mechanism in the Audi A3 8V, allowing it to be seated in the backrest without the need for modifications. In practice, installation involves correctly inserting the pins into the backrest sockets, maintaining alignment and the full range of vertical movement.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered headrest is a used part, which means it may show signs of normal wear typical of interior components removed from vehicles. For many users, this is a beneficial solution as it allows for selecting a part with a similar degree of wear to the rest of the cabin, without noticeable visual differences between new and used equipment. The original used component retains its factory geometry and fitment to the seat structure.

Why choose an original Audi headrest

For components such as rear seat headrests, maintaining compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's design is crucial. The original Audi A3 8V headrest provides:

• visual consistency with the remaining seats and upholstery,
• proper compatibility with the height adjustment mechanism,
• adequate head support in the center of the rear bench,
• easier maintenance of the vehicle's residual value by keeping the equipment complete.

For those considering the choice between refurbishment and installing a salvaged part, the article describing the differences between these solutions may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Refurbished or original used – which part to choose for repairs?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as side headrests, supports, or additional backrest modules, check the available parts in the category Other Audi seat parts.