Mercedes CLA C117 Dashboard Side Cover Left N/S Panel Trim Black A1176800189

The Mercedes CLA C117 Left Dashboard Trim Panel is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side. The black finish maintains a cohesive cockpit appearance, and the factory geometry ensures a precise fit to the dashboard. This is a practical solution for collision repairs, replacing damaged covers, or completing missing upholstery elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1176800189
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1176800189
• Substitutable numbers: A1176800189, A 117 680 01 89
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Intended Use and Function of the Component

The presented panel is the left dashboard side trim dedicated to the Mercedes CLA C117 generation. The element is mounted on the left side of the cockpit, in the side area, where it is responsible for aesthetically closing the dashboard edges and protecting internal mountings and installations from accidental damage.

Thanks to its factory shape, the panel ensures:

• stable mounting in original attachment points,
• a seamless transition of the dashboard lines to the interior side,
• protection of sensitive edges from scuffs and dirt.

Color Scheme and Visual Fit

The black finish allows for harmonious integration with most interior configurations used in the Mercedes CLA C117. The neutral, dark tone facilitates the use of the panel in vehicles with both classic and more dynamic cabin designs.

The uniform color promotes the maintenance of a consistent dashboard aesthetic, minimizing the visibility of any differences between adjacent upholstery elements. This is particularly important when replacing individual panels on a spot basis after bodywork or equipment removal.

Mounting Characteristics

The panel has been designed as a dedicated element for a specific vehicle zone, which translates to ergonomic installation. Appropriately shaped edges and factory mounting points facilitate the correct seating of the trim relative to the dashboard and adjacent interior elements.

This solution allows for:

• maintaining factory gaps and division lines between panels,
• reducing the risk of unwanted vibrations and rattles during driving,
• preserving the proper rigidity of the cockpit's side section.

Condition and Service Application

The element comes from the secondary market, making it a cost-effective solution for operational repairs and restoring interior completeness after the removal of other components. Choosing a used original panel allows for the preservation of the factory material and shape specifications, while optimizing costs compared to new components.

This type of trim is suitable for both local cockpit repairs and more extensive work involving dashboard replacement, installation of additional equipment, or interior reconstruction after a collision.

Mercedes Dashboards – Expansion and Completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as side panels, upper covers, or lower console segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

New or Used Interior Parts – How to Choose?

When selecting interior trim panels, it is advisable to consciously compare the advantages of new and used OEM parts, especially in terms of cost, build quality, and fit for a specific equipment version. A comparison of the differences between these solutions, discussed in more detail in the article New or Used? Comparing the Costs and Quality of Car Parts, can be helpful in making a rational service decision.