Mercedes S212 Trunk Hinge Boot Lid Tailgate Right O/S Tanzanite Blue - 359

The Right Tailgate Hinge for Mercedes S212 in Tanzanite Blue Metallic is an original body part designed for precise guidance and support of the rear tailgate. With factory-fitted precision for the S212 estate body, it ensures stable tailgate operation and maintains the correct geometry of the vehicle's rear. A used OEM part allows for a technically correct repair without altering the body structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2127400237-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2127400237
• Substitutable numbers: A2127400237, A 212 740 02 37
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The offered right hinge is part of the rear tailgate suspension system for the Mercedes E-Class S212 estate. It is responsible for:

• Guiding the opening and closing movement of the tailgate on the right side,
• Maintaining the correct position of the tailgate relative to the fenders and bumper,
• Stably transferring loads resulting from the tailgate's weight and actuator operation,
• Ensuring the seal and even gaps between body elements.

Precise structural fit ensures that the tailgate operates smoothly, without unwanted play or stress, which reduces the risk of paint cracks and sheet metal deformation.

Color and Visual Fit

The part is factory finished in the shade of Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359, allowing for an aesthetic match with the body in the same color without the need for immediate repainting. In case of post-accident repairs or replacement of a worn hinge, this enables:

• Maintaining color consistency of the vehicle's rear,
• Limiting the scope of painting work,
• Easier inspection for potential damage or corrosion in the future.

Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the factory mounting system and tailgate geometry in the S212 body.

Benefits of Using an Original Hinge

Using an original tailgate hinge for the Mercedes S212 allows for the maintenance of factory tailgate operating parameters. Key benefits include:

• Replication of factory mounting points – no need for body or tailgate modifications.
• Proper cooperation with tailgate actuators and lock – reducing the risk of mechanism overload.
• Better connection rigidity compared to aftermarket parts of uncertain origin.
• Possibility of use in body repairs compliant with manufacturer technology.

This makes rear body repairs more predictable, and the tailgate maintains proper alignment with other body elements.

Application in Body Repairs

The presented hinge is suitable for both replacing a worn-out component and for post-accident repairs of the rear body. It is particularly useful when:

• The tailgate sags, jams, or operates with noticeable resistance,
• There are uneven gaps between the tailgate and fenders,
• The right side tailgate mounting has been damaged as a result of a collision.

Using an original part from the Tailgates and Rear Parts category allows for restoring the correct mechanism operation without compromising safety and durability.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as hinges, arms, or tailgate mounts, check the available parts in the Mercedes Tailgates and Rear Parts category.

For a comparison of approaches to economical body repairs and optimization of running costs, it is worth reading the advice described in the article Economical Ford Operation – Where to Find the Biggest Savings in Mechanical and Body Repairs, which can also be an inspiration when planning work on other brands.