BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Front Seats Headrest Head Rest Leather Black 9149529

The BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Black Leather Front Seat Headrest is an original interior component from the BMW brand, designed for installation on front seats. The black leather finish ensures a cohesive, elegant cabin appearance and provides comfortable head support during driving, maintaining the car's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9149529
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9149529
• Substitutable numbers: 9149529, 52109149529
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and Compatibility

The presented headrest has been specifically designed for the BMW X5 E70 and BMW X6 E71 models, intended for installation on the front seats. This ensures correct dimensions, mounting geometry, and ergonomics, which translates to proper head positioning for the driver and passenger, and alignment with the factory seatback line.

This item belongs to the Headrests category, meaning it is an integral part of the cabin's comfort and passive safety system. The design intended for front vehicle installation allows for appropriate support height and stability during daily use.

Construction and Materials

The headrest is made of black leather, providing a durable, easy-to-maintain surface and an aesthetic match to standard BMW leather upholstery. The leather covering limits visual wear, and the appropriately selected filling hardness supports a comfortable head position on longer journeys.

The internal frame and guides are constructed to work with the factory guides in the seatback. This ensures the headrest remains stable, and height adjustment is predictable and repeatable, in line with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

Function, Ergonomics, and Safety

A properly selected front seat headrest plays a key role in the daily use of a vehicle. In this model, particular emphasis has been placed on:

• ergonomic support for the head and upper spine,
• stable positioning during acceleration and braking,
• visual consistency with the dashboard and door panels in a black finish,
• easy height adjustment within the range intended for BMW X5 E70 / X6 E71 front seats.

Thanks to the leather covering, the headrest withstands intensive use well, and the surface remains pleasant to the touch and resistant to typical stresses associated with daily entry and exit.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered item is a used original BMW headrest, meaning it comes from a vehicle disassembly and retains the manufacturer's factory specifications. For the user, this means a proper fit to the seat, consistency with the interior's styling line, and the possibility of use as a replacement part for post-accident repairs, replacement of worn upholstery elements, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition.

This type of solution is particularly beneficial when aiming to preserve the original interior character, without the need to use aftermarket parts with different textures or shades of leather. A used OEM part allows for an economical yet technically correct repair of the front seat area.

How to Choose the Right Headrest and Additional Information

When selecting a headrest for a BMW X5 E70 or X6 E71, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the seat version and its placement on the vehicle (front). Manufacturer markings such as the product SKU, OEM part number, or available interchangeable numbers can be helpful in verifying compatibility with a specific interior configuration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front seat area in your BMW and need other parts from the same category, such as additional headrests, adjustment elements, or mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

If you are unsure whether a used or refurbished part would be a better solution, an article describing the differences between these options may be helpful – you can find more information in the material: Refurbished or Used Original – Which Part to Choose for Repairs?.