Mercedes R171 Armrest Retaining Plate Phone Holder Mount Bracket A1718230611

Mercedes R171 Armrest Retaining Plate Phone Holder Mount Bracket is an original component from the Console parts group, designed for integrating a phone holder into the center console. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures stable mounting of the accessory and maintains the consistent, aesthetic interior look characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718230811
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718230811
• Substitutable numbers: A1718230811, A 171 823 08 11, A1718230611, A 171 823 06 11
• Part type: Bracket
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The armrest retaining plate with phone holder serves as a load-bearing and mounting element in the central part of the console, allowing for the secure seating of the factory phone bracket. The design is matched to the geometry of the center tunnel in R171 series models, which allows for precise fitting with other panels and maintains the original operating ergonomics. The component belongs to the Console parts group, which is why it is responsible not only for functional utility but also for organizing cables and providing stable support for the armrest and accessories mounted within its area.

Construction and technical features

The solution is based on the manufacturer's factory design, which means maintaining the correct mounting points, assembly holes, and guides for the phone holder. Thanks to this, installation proceeds in a predictable manner, without the need for modifications to the console structure. Key features include:

• a dedicated mounting zone for the phone holder inside the armrest,
• designed locations for factory screws and clips,
• compatibility with the original center console layout in the Mercedes R171. Such a solution allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the interior and ensures the proper rigidity of the entire armrest assembly.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The offered component is in used condition, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this class of parts, while maintaining structural functionality. For a workshop or an informed user, this is a cost-effective solution, allowing for the economical replacement of a damaged plate while maintaining original manufacturing quality. Fitment to the vehicle is based on manufacturer markings and interchangeable part numbers, which facilitates the selection of the correct variant for a specific console configuration. Installation is intended as a replacement of the component in the existing system, using factory mounting points and standard workshop tools.

Application in interior modernization

Replacing the armrest plate with a phone holder is particularly useful when:

• repairing a damaged or cracked armrest structure,
• restoring full functionality of the phone holder,
• completing missing elements after previous interior modifications. By using an original component, you can maintain the factory character of the cockpit, which is important for both aesthetic and practical reasons – the phone remains in a stable, manufacturer-intended location without restricting access to other console functions. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the center console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as tunnel panels, armrest frames, or storage compartment covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Console parts category.

Support with selection and purchase

When choosing used interior components, such as the armrest retaining plate with phone holder, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of markings, the completeness of mounts, and the general condition of the working surfaces. Practical tips on ordering used components online safely, including cooperation with a workshop and delivery verification, can be found in the article Repairing your car without leaving home: how to order used parts online directly to the workshop?. If you are servicing comfort systems in parallel, including heating and air conditioning systems, general guidelines regarding the selection of original components and maintenance schedules described in the material Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort may also be helpful, which facilitates planning comprehensive work in the vehicle's interior.