Mercedes W164 Seat Headrest Black Leather Rear Left Right N/O/S A16497001789

Mercedes W164 Seat Headrest Black Leather Rear Left Right is an original interior equipment component designed for installation on the rear bench seat. The black leather finish ensures consistency with the factory upholstery, while the design tailored to the W164 model guarantees ergonomic head support and comfort while driving. This is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged headrest and for completing the rear seating area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A16497001789
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A16497001789
• Substitutable numbers: A 164 970 017 89, A16497001789
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented headrest is designed for installation on the rear bench seat, with the possibility of use on the left or right side. Thanks to its factory profile, it fits the backrest structure, ensuring stable seating on the guides and proper positioning relative to the passenger's neck. This solution facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original geometry of the seating area in the Mercedes W164.

Material and finish

The headrest is made of black leather upholstery, which allows for aesthetic integration into the typical interior configurations of this model. The leather surface is resistant to standard operational wear while remaining easy to maintain. The uniform black shade makes it easy to match with existing seats, minimizing visual differences after replacing a single element.

Function, safety, and comfort

The role of the headrest is to limit the forces acting on the cervical spine during sudden braking or a collision, which is why proper selection and installation of the component is important for passenger safety. The design dedicated to the Mercedes W164 ensures:

• correct head support height relative to the rear seat backrest,
• stable guidance on the backrest mounts,
• a comfortable, slightly contoured surface for contact with the neck.

Thanks to this, the headrest allows for restoring the full functionality of the rear bench seat after damage or missing equipment, while maintaining a consistent interior finish standard.

Application in service and interior restoration

The element will prove useful both in professional workshops and for individual vehicle interior restoration. It can be used for:

• replacing a missing or damaged headrest on the rear bench seat,
• completing a set of seats after interior modifications,
• restoring the original equipment configuration in a Mercedes W164.

Due to the preservation of factory geometry and the black leather finish, installation does not require interference with the backrest structure, and the whole remains consistent with the character of this model's interior.

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

Technical support and part selection

When selecting a headrest for a Mercedes W164, it is crucial to pay attention to compatibility with the rear bench seat and the type of upholstery used. The original black leather solution helps reduce the risk of color differences and ensures a consistent visual effect after installation. If you are planning broader work on the vehicle, it is also worth taking care of the condition of other equipment elements to avoid having to disassemble the rear bench seat again.

Additional information on the approach to operation and servicing of cars of this brand can be found in the article dedicated to engine accessories: Reliability under the star sign – how to take care of engine accessories in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E-Class models?. Although it mainly concerns engine systems, it shows good practices in the selection and replacement of original Mercedes components.