Audi A4 B8 Rear Seat Headrest Head Rest Left Right N/O/S Leather 8K0885973BB

Audi A4 B8 Rear Seat Headrest Head Rest Left Right N/O/S Leather is an original interior component designed for installation on the rear bench of the Audi A4 B8 generation model. This used headrest ensures a factory fit, consistent upholstery appearance, and maintains the ergonomics and travel comfort for rear-seat passengers. With its leather finish, it serves as an aesthetic and functional addition to a premium vehicle interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8K0885973BB
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K0885973BB
• Substitutable numbers: 8K0885973BB, 8K0 885 973 BB
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented headrest is designed for installation in the rear part of the cabin, with the option to be used on either the left or right side. This solution facilitates the selection of the component when replacing a single headrest and allows for maintaining visual consistency across the entire rear bench. Placement on the vehicle in the rear zone directly affects passenger safety and comfort by stabilizing the head position during travel.

Construction and material

The headrest belongs to the Headrests category, meaning its construction is optimized for head support and compatibility with the rear seat backrest. The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch surface that is easy to maintain daily and resistant to typical operational stresses, such as frequent use or temperature changes inside the vehicle.

As a component from the Audi brand, the headrest maintains factory mounting geometry and the appropriate foam profile, which translates into a proper fit with the stock guides in the backrest. As a result, installation is predictable and does not require any interference with the seat structure.

Function, ergonomics, and safety

The role of the headrest is to limit excessive head movement in the event of sudden braking or impact, as well as to improve comfort during longer journeys. The leather surface works in harmony with the seat upholstery, providing stable support without uncontrolled head sliding.

Key benefits of using this component include:

• maintaining the original design line of the Audi A4 B8 interior,
• factory fit for the rear bench, with no modifications required,
• ergonomic head support for rear-row passengers,
• material consistency with other leather interior elements.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered headrest is a used item, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear while retaining full structural functionality. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacing a single damaged headrest, or restoring the interior to a factory-like state while keeping costs reasonable.

For many users, it is important that an original Audi headrest fits better into the existing interior than aftermarket replacements, especially in terms of shape, foam firmness, and visual matching to other upholstery elements.

Comprehensive rear zone modernization in Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear zone in your Audi and need other items from the same group, such as additional headrests, supplementary supports, or compatible mounting elements, check the available parts in the Audi Headrests category.

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