Seat Headrest BMW E87 E90 E91 LCI Rear Left Right N/O/S Backrest Black Leather

Seat Headrest BMW E87 E90 E91 LCI Rear Left Right N/O/S Backrest Black Leather is an original interior equipment component designed for the rear bench of compact and mid-size BMW 1 and 3 Series models after the facelift. The black leather finish ensures consistency with the factory upholstery and provides an aesthetic match for the vehicle's interior. It is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged headrest and for completing missing rear seat equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7842738
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7842738
• Substitutable numbers: 7842738, 52207842738, 7843954, 52207843954
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and BMW compatibility

The presented headrest is an item from the Headrests category, designed for installation on the rear bench on the left or right side in selected BMW E87, E90, and E91 models after the facelift (LCI). The construction, based on factory BMW solutions, allows for maintaining the proper headrest geometry and compatibility with standard guides and height adjustment mechanisms.

The placement on the vehicle covers the rear bench on the left or right side, which facilitates matching to a specific interior configuration. Thanks to this, the element can serve both as a replacement for a single headrest and as part of completing a full set for rear seat passengers.

Material, color, and performance characteristics

The upholstery is made of genuine leather, which provides the characteristic BMW look and comfort of use. The leather surface is resistant to typical operational loads, such as frequent use or contact with clothing, while remaining easy to maintain using standard automotive leather care products.

The black color of the headrest allows for harmonious integration into most factory BMW interior configurations that use dark upholstery. The uniform color also makes visual matching easier when replacing only one element, without the need to interfere with other components of the rear bench.

Safety and comfort function

The rear bench headrest plays an important role in terms of ergonomics and passenger protection. The properly shaped head support helps reduce strain on the cervical spine during sudden braking or collisions, and also improves comfort during longer journeys. The design, adapted to standard BMW seats, allows for maintaining the head position relative to the backrest as intended by the manufacturer.

Height adjustment (realized through standard guides in the backrest) allows the headrest position to be adjusted to the passenger's height, which is important both from the point of view of comfort and protection effectiveness. Thanks to this, the element can be easily used by different passengers occupying seats on the rear bench.

Condition, installation, and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, filling equipment gaps, or restoring the completeness of the vehicle's interior. A used headrest allows for maintaining stylistic consistency with other seat elements while reducing costs compared to purchasing a new component.

Installation is carried out by inserting the headrest into the existing rear bench guides, without the need to modify the seat structure. This solution is particularly beneficial for workshops specializing in post-accident repairs and for users independently servicing their BMW interior who expect a simple and predictable installation process.

Expanding BMW interior equipment

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional headrests, center backrests, or head support elements, check the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

For users considering broader modernization work on the car, including replacing elements that affect driving comfort and handling, an article discussing the selection of used suspension components and the differences between standard and sports configurations may be helpful – you can find it here: Standard vs. sports suspension – design differences and selection of used parts.