Ford Fiesta Mk8 Seat Belt Buckle Front Left Right N/O/S H1BB-B61208-AC

Ford Fiesta Mk8 Seat Belt Buckle Front Left Right is a component from the Seat belts and parts category, designed for use in the front section of the vehicle body on either the driver or passenger side. It ensures secure anchoring of the seat belt, which translates into stable belt guidance and proper operation of the passenger protection system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: H1BB-B61208-AC
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: H1BB-B61208-AC
• Substitutable numbers: H1BB-B61208-AC, H1BBB61208AC, 2438646, M1BB-B61208-AC, M1BBB61208AC
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Part type: Buckle Tongue
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and function in the safety system

The seat belt buckle in the Ford Fiesta Mk8 is responsible for the mechanical connection between the seat belt and the vehicle body structure in the front zone. This component works in conjunction with pretensioners and retractors, enabling correct belt guidance and locking in emergency situations. The vehicle placement covers the front left or right side, allowing for use in either the driver's or front passenger's seat.

Construction and fitment for Ford Fiesta Mk8

The seat belt buckle has been designed specifically for the seat structure and mounting points in the Ford Fiesta Mk8. The appropriate geometry of the handle and mounting points allows for precise fitment with factory interior components, without the need for modifications. By using the original OEM reference, compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's factory requirements is maintained.

The element belongs to the group of components responsible for active safety, which is why its correct fitment is crucial for the operation of the entire seat belt system. The buckle construction is prepared for operation in demanding operating conditions, typical of daily vehicle use.

Benefits of using an original component

Using an original buckle in the Ford Fiesta Mk8 allows for maintaining the factory operating parameters of the safety system. The main advantages include:

• Compatibility with factory mountings – no need for adaptation or modification of the seat and body.
• Consistency with other seat belt system components, including pretensioners and retractors.
• Proper guidance and locking of the seat belt in emergency situations.
• Aesthetic fit to the vehicle interior thanks to the preservation of the original structural form.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered seat belt buckle belongs to the group of used parts, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for suitability for further use. This type of solution is often chosen as a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. In the case of elements from the Seat belts and parts category, it is particularly important that the component is structurally compatible with the given car model.

If you are considering a choice between an original part, a replacement, or a dismantled element, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the cost and durability analysis of individual solutions – this is discussed in more detail in the article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.

Application in the front zone – left and right side

The placement of the buckle covers the front of the vehicle on the left and right side, which allows for flexible use of the element depending on the interior configuration. This enables the support of both the driver's seat and the passenger's seat, while maintaining the same installation logic. Such a solution facilitates service and reduces the number of part variants needed to support a given model.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the passenger safety zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as buckles, pretensioners, or belt retractors, check the available parts in the Ford Seat belts and parts category.