Mercedes W212 Rear Seat Headrest Head Restraint Left Right N/O/S Grey Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Mercedes W212 Rear Seat Headrest Head Restraint Left Right N/O/S Grey Leather is an original interior component designed for the rear bench, allowing you to restore factory ergonomics and a cohesive cabin look. Thanks to the use of grey leather, the headrest blends harmoniously with the upholstery, providing an aesthetic and functional finish to the rear interior. This is a solution for users expecting solid build quality and a proper fit for the seats in their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2129704078-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2129704078
• Substitutable numbers: A2129704078, A 212 970 40 78
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented headrest is designed for installation in the rear part of the cabin, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides. This solution makes it easy to match the component to the specific configuration of the rear bench while maintaining the stylistic consistency of the entire row of seats. Placement in the rear zone of the interior helps improve passenger comfort during longer journeys by providing stable head support.

Materials and functional characteristics

The headrest is finished in grey leather upholstery, which enhances the visual and functional qualities of the interior. The leather surface is easy to keep clean, resistant to typical operational dirt, and withstands intensive use well. The neutral, grey shade facilitates matching with many interior color configurations, ensuring the element does not disrupt the original cabin styling. The properly contoured shape of the headrest supports the correct positioning of the passenger's head, which is important for both comfort and passive safety. The design, intended for a specific body model, allows for stable seating in the seat guides without play or unwanted vibrations while driving.

Benefits of using an original headrest

Using a dedicated headrest in the rear interior brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining a consistent cabin look by matching the shape and color to the seats,
• improving the comfort of rear-seat passengers through stable head support,
• easier maintenance of the interior in good visual condition thanks to the leather upholstery,
• the ability to replace a damaged or missing element without interfering with the seat structure. For Mercedes vehicle owners, it is also important that the original headrest preserves the factory character of the interior, which is significant for long-term operation and the potential resale of the car.

Condition of the element and service application

The offered headrest comes from the Headrests category and is intended for service applications – as a replacement for a worn, mechanically damaged, or missing element following previous interior repairs. Due to its structural compatibility with factory equipment, installation is possible without modifying the seat, which reduces the time and complexity of workshop work. In practice, such an element will work well both for a standard replacement of a single headrest and for a comprehensive renovation of the rear bench when you want to restore a uniform, orderly appearance to the vehicle's interior. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional headrests, supplementary supports, or compatible mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Headrests category.

Matching by numbers and additional technical information

When selecting a headrest for a specific body version, it is worth using the manufacturer's markings and vehicle data to ensure full compatibility with the seats and guides in the rear bench. In case of doubts regarding compatibility, it is helpful to compare the mounting structure and shape with the element already installed in the car. For users interested in a broader approach to selecting original components according to manufacturer markings and vehicle data, materials describing the practice of searching for parts by numbers and identifiers may be useful. More on this approach to service and operation can be found in the article Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts, which discusses, among other things, the principles of working with OEM markings.

Summary

Mercedes W212 Rear Seat Headrest Head Restraint Left Right N/O/S Grey Leather is a functional rear bench equipment element, allowing you to restore comfort and aesthetics in line with the Mercedes factory standard. The grey leather upholstery, dedicated purpose for the rear cabin, and the ability to be used on the left or right side make it a practical solution for repairs and interior upgrades of the vehicle.