Mercedes W176 W246 Seat Headrest Rear Middle Head Rest Imitation Leather

The Mercedes W176 W246 Rear Center Seat Headrest is an original part from the Other Seat Parts category, designed for installation in the middle rear seat position. This used, factory Mercedes part ensures a consistent interior appearance, maintaining proper fit, geometry, and travel comfort for the passenger seated in the center.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1769701650
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1769701650
• Substitutable numbers: A1769701650, A 176 970 16 50
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Headrest Purpose and Function

The center rear seat headrest in W176 and W246 series models is responsible for additional neck protection and head stabilization for the passenger in the middle. Thanks to its construction, which adheres to factory Mercedes standards, this element works in conjunction with the seat back, improving passive safety and seat ergonomics during daily vehicle operation.

The appropriately chosen shape and height of the headrest limit the strain on the cervical spine during sudden braking or rear-end collisions, which is important both in city traffic and on the open road.

Upholstery Material and Interior Fit

The headrest is upholstered in fabric, ensuring consistency with the factory seat trim in many Mercedes interior configurations. The material's structure promotes comfort in varying temperature conditions and also facilitates easy cleaning with standard textile upholstery care products.

Choosing an original part from the same model line allows for a uniform shade, texture, and stitching pattern, making the vehicle's interior look aesthetically pleasing and free from signs of unprofessional repairs or random replacements.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

This part is designed for installation in the middle rear seat position. The headrest's construction is adapted to the factory guides and mountings in the seat back, which simplifies installation and ensures the proper functioning of the height adjustment mechanism (if present in the specific seat configuration).

In practice, installation involves inserting the headrest posts into the seat back sockets and securing them properly. Using an original part from the same model family minimizes the risk of looseness, incorrect angle adjustment, or limited adjustment range.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Headrest

Choosing a part like the Mercedes W176 W246 Rear Center Seat Headrest offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory geometry and ergonomics of the rear seat,
• a consistent interior appearance due to identical fabric texture,
• proper integration with the seat back and mountings,
• no need for structural modifications during installation.

For the user, this translates to a comfortable seating position for the middle passenger and preservation of the vehicle's value through the use of original interior components.

Other Mercedes Seat Parts and OEM Knowledge

If you are also looking for other Other Seat Parts Mercedes, check out our dedicated offer using the link: Other Seat Parts Mercedes. There you will find a wide selection of upholstery elements, structural components, and accessories for this brand's seats and benches.

Want to better understand why original interior parts, such as headrests, are a sensible choice for repairs and completing your vehicle's equipment? Read the article Quality and Safety Guarantee of OEM – Why Used Original Car Parts Are the Best Choice for Your Car?, where we explain the importance of OEM parts for vehicle safety, durability, and operational economy.