Mercedes W212 Seat Headrest Rear Backrest Central Head Rest Leather Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W212 Seat Headrest Rear Backrest Central Head Rest Leather Black is an original interior component designed for the rear cabin area. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures proper head support, a consistent look with the rest of the upholstery, and maintains the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged headrest or completing the rear seat set in your Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2129705350
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2129705350
• Substitutable numbers: A2129705350, A 212 970 53 50
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented headrest is a rear backrest component, designed specifically for the W212 series models. Mounted in the rear of the cabin, it is responsible for stable head support for passengers and improving passive safety during daily use. The design, matched to the geometry of the backrest, allows for secure seating in the guides and proper interaction with the height adjustment mechanism, if present in the given seat configuration.

Material and finish

The headrest is made of black leather upholstery, which ensures an aesthetic match to typical interior configurations of the Mercedes E-Class W212 generation. The leather finish makes it easy to keep clean, is resistant to daily use, and handles the loads resulting from a passenger's head resting on it well. The uniform black color allows for harmonious integration with factory seats, without visual differences in shade or material texture.

Benefits of using an original headrest

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

• maintaining factory ergonomics and comfort for rear seat passengers,
• consistent upholstery appearance thanks to black leather matched to the rest of the seats,
• secure mounting in the backrest thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's solutions,
• easier car resale thanks to a complete and aesthetic interior.

For users who care about the condition of the cabin, it is important that the original seat component minimizes the risk of fitment issues and eliminates typical inaccuracies found in aftermarket replacements.

Condition and service application

The offered headrest comes from the secondary market, which makes it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, replacing missing elements, or renovating the interior on a lower budget than in the case of brand-new parts. It is a good solution when you want to maintain the original seat specification without the need for interfering with the seat structure or upholstery modifications.

Expansion and modernization of the seating area in a Mercedes

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

More about premium interior construction

When planning a broader cabin modernization – including seats, steering wheels, or multimedia systems – it is worth learning practical tips regarding the selection of used elements, their compatibility, and installation. An extended discussion of this topic can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which will help you better plan the next stages of refreshing your car's interior.

Additionally, if you are interested in optimizing repair costs in other areas of the vehicle, including the drivetrain, it is worth reading the guide Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement, which shows the advantages of using original components from the secondary market.