Ford Kuga C394 Door Window Glass Front Left N/S 1494181 8V41-S21411-AB

Ford Kuga C394 Door Window Glass Front Left N/S is an original component from the Car windows group, designed for installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory-fit for the Kuga C394 body, it ensures proper glass guidance in the channels, correct operation with the lifting mechanism, and a stable seal against wind and water.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1494181
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1494181
• Substitutable numbers: 1494181, 8V41-S21411-AB, 8V41S21411AB
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented glass is dedicated for installation in the front left door of the Ford Kuga C394. Placement in the driver's zone requires precise matching of the shape, thickness, and bending radius so that the glass works correctly with the seals, door frame, and side mirror.

The component has been designed as an integral part of the door structure, which allows for maintaining factory operating parameters of the lifting mechanism, tightness, and proper rigidity of the entire assembly.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door glass for the Ford Kuga C394 is manufactured using technology typical for modern Car windows, ensuring adequate mechanical strength and resistance to stresses occurring during door closing and driving on uneven surfaces. The edge profile is adapted to factory guides and seals, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper seating.

As an OEM component, the glass works with the original mounts and brackets in the door, so in most cases, installation comes down to replacing the old glass with the new one, without the need to modify the door structure or the lifting mechanism.

Product condition and benefits of choosing used OEM glass

The offered glass is in used condition, which allows for cost savings while maintaining the factory fit characteristic of OEM parts. A used original component usually fits the existing body geometry better than random replacements, which is important for tightness and the smooth operation of the lifting mechanism.

For many users, it is also important that the OEM glass maintains visual consistency with the other windows in the vehicle – in terms of shade, edge finish, or the nature of technical markings.

If you want to better understand the differences between original, replacement, and used parts and consciously choose a repair strategy, it is worth reading the article: Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?

Application in repairs and renovations of the Ford Kuga

The Ford Kuga C394 Door Window Glass Front Left N/S will work well both for typical repairs after a collision or mechanical damage, as well as for vehicle renovation where the existing glass has been scratched or has lost clarity. Replacing it with an original component allows you to restore comfort, improve side visibility, and reduce wind noise.

In workshop practice, the use of used OEM glass often shortens vehicle downtime – the part is ready for installation without waiting for production or sourcing a rare replacement, which is important for both the service center and the vehicle owner.

Complementary Ford Car windows

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as right door windows, rear side windows, or additional door glass, check the available parts in the Ford Car windows category.