BMW F20 F21 F22 Rear Seat Headrest Alcantara Anthracite Left Right N/O/S 8055010

BMW F20 F21 F22 Rear Seat Headrest Alcantara Anthracite Left Right N/O/S is an original interior equipment component designed for the left or right side of the rear seat. With its anthracite Alcantara finish, it ensures a consistent look with the factory interior and provides solid head support for passengers. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the full functionality of the rear seat or replace a missing element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8055010
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8055010
• Substitutable numbers: 8055010, 52208055010
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and compatibility with BMW F-series

The presented headrest is designed specifically for BMW F20, F21, and F22 models, ensuring a proper fit with the rear seat structure and backrest guides. The placement on the vehicle covers the left or right side of the rear seat, allowing the component to serve as both a replacement for a missing headrest or a substitute for a worn-out component on either side.

Its original BMW origin ensures compatibility with factory mounts, correct pin geometry, and the proper operating height, which is essential for both passenger comfort and safety.

Material, color scheme, and interior character

The headrest is made of anthracite Alcantara material, characteristic of BMW's sports and higher trim levels. This configuration allows for visual consistency with other upholstery elements, especially in vehicles with a dark, dynamically styled interior.

The Alcantara structure provides a pleasant-to-the-touch surface and stable head support, which improves perceived comfort during longer trips. At the same time, the material blends well with other trim elements, such as door panels or dark-toned headliners.

Function, ergonomics, and safety

The rear headrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the rear seat, providing passengers with:

• vertical head support,
• limitation of excessive neck strain during sudden braking,
• a stable seating position during highway driving.

The properly selected height and shape of the headrest promote a correct body posture, which translates into less passenger fatigue. Combined with BMW's factory safety systems, this element is an important addition to the passive protection of the rear cabin area.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The item comes from the Headrests category and is offered as a used part, which is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, filling gaps after disassembly, or restoring interior completeness after previous modifications. Installation takes place in the factory headrest location, using the standard guides in the rear seat backrest.

Replacing a worn or damaged headrest with an original BMW component allows you to maintain stylistic consistency while reducing costs compared to new parts. This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive interior restoration in F20, F21, and F22 models, where both functionality and the preservation of the factory configuration's character are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as additional headrests, replacement supports, or compatible backrests, check out the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

More about BMW components

For users interested in a broader context of selecting interior elements and equipment for standard and sports versions, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the analysis of differences between BMW equipment lines. Practical information on components, their application, and the rationale for using used parts can be found in the article BMW M Performance: how do BMW M components differ from standard ones?.