Mercedes W205 W213 Door Striker Catch Bracket Lock Latch Locking A0997230500

Mercedes W205 W213 Door Latch Catch, Bolt, Latch is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for Mercedes C-Class and E-Class models. The precisely manufactured latch ensures secure door closure, stable lock guidance, and proper cooperation with the factory locking mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0997232200
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997232200
• Substitutable numbers: A0997232200, A 099 723 22 00, A0997230500, A 099 723 05 00
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Left, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Application and Vehicle Placement

The presented door latch catch is structurally adapted for installation on both the front and rear axles, on the left or right side. This solution simplifies part selection during bodywork and mechanical repairs when the latch needs replacement in various body areas, while maintaining the factory door closing geometry.

The element works with the original door lock, responsible for:

• stable positioning of the door leaf relative to the body pillar,
• correct engagement of the lock bolt with the catch,
• reduction of play and unwanted vibrations during driving.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The door latch catch belongs to the group of elements responsible for passive safety and vehicle user comfort. The appropriately selected geometry of the latch influences:

• the force required to close the door,
• even sealing of the weatherstrips against the body,
• reduction of cabin noise resulting from incomplete closure or door movement on hinges.

As an original Mercedes part, the latch maintains compliance with factory dimensional tolerances, which facilitates installation and avoids the need for additional adjustments beyond the standard setting of the lock and hinges.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered element comes from the group of original Mercedes parts and is classified as used. This type of component is often chosen in professional service centers and body repair workshops when it is necessary to maintain the factory standard of door fitment without the need for aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Using a used, original latch allows in many cases to:

• restore proper door closure after a collision or body repair,
• eliminate knocking and play resulting from wear of the previous latch,
• maintain the structural integrity of the bodywork in accordance with the manufacturer's design.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Door Latch Catch

Choosing an original door latch catch for Mercedes W205 and W213 is a beneficial solution both technically and in terms of usability. Key advantages include:

• factory fitment to the door and body pillar structure,
• compatibility with the locking and central locking system,
• possibility of installation in various positions on the vehicle (front/rear, left/right),
• maintenance of a high standard of acoustic comfort inside the cabin.

By retaining its original design, this element is well-suited for both post-accident repairs and routine maintenance when the existing latch shows signs of mechanical wear.

Mercedes Doors and Door Panels – Part Selection

If during repairs you also need other elements from the Doors and Door Panels category for this brand's vehicles, check our offer for Mercedes Doors and Door Panels, where you will find a wide selection of compatible body components.

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