Mercedes-Benz W204 Front Seat Bench Right O/S Belt Buckle Tensioner A2048600269

Mercedes W204 Right Front Seat Belt Buckle Latch is an original safety system component designed for passenger side installation. This part belongs to the seat belts and parts category, ensuring a precise fit for the front seat and stable integration with the factory SRS system in Mercedes C-Class W204 vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048600269
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048600269
• Substitutable numbers: A2048600269, A 204 860 02 69, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function in the Safety System

The presented right front seat belt buckle latch is an element mounted on the passenger side seat. It is responsible for the mechanical fastening of the seat belt and works in conjunction with the pyrotechnic pretensioner, which tightens the belt webbing in the event of a collision, limiting body movement.

The vehicle location specified as front – right side means the part is dedicated to the front passenger seat on the outer side (door side), which is important for both correct installation and compatibility with the electrical system and airbag control unit.

Construction and Fit for Mercedes W204

The seat belt buckle latch has been designed as an original Mercedes component, which translates to:

• factory mounting points to the front seat frame,
• compatibility with the vehicle's wiring harness and SRS system,
• correct buckle geometry in relation to the seat belt buckle,
• consistency with the logic of the airbag control unit in W204 models.

Thanks to this, the component can be used as a replacement for the factory-installed right front buckle latch, without the need for structural modifications to the seat or installation.

Condition, Origin, and Practical Application

The offered seat belt buckle latch is a used part, sourced from a dismantled Mercedes vehicle. This type of component is most often chosen in situations such as:

• damage to the buckle latch after deployment due to a collision or SRS system activation,
• failure of the buckle mechanism (problems with fastening or unfastening the belt),
• airbag system errors related to the right front seat belt buckle circuit.

Using an original part from the same model family helps maintain consistency in safety parameters and proper interaction with the vehicle's electronics, which is crucial for seat belt system repairs.

Benefits of Using an Original Buckle Latch

• Precise fit to the front seat – no issues with installation or positioning of the buckle relative to the belt.
• Compatibility with the SRS system – maintaining correct communication with the airbag control module.
• Original manufacturing quality – a component designed specifically for Mercedes W204, compliant with factory safety standards.
• Cost-effective repair – a used OEM part allows for reduced expenses compared to a new part, while maintaining proper operating parameters.

Other Seat Belts and Parts for Mercedes

If you also need other components from the Mercedes seat belts and parts category, check out the Mercedes seat belts and parts available in our store to select a complete solution for your vehicle, including buckle latches, belt webbing, and related mounting components.

Selecting Used Parts and Technical Knowledge

When working with safety systems, it is advisable to be familiar with procedures for selecting components by OEM numbers and principles for verifying compatibility between different body versions and equipment. For premium brands like Mercedes or BMW, general guidelines for original used components can be helpful – you can find them in the article BMW – Sporty Performance and Precision vs. the Role of Original Used Parts, which describes a practical approach to selecting components by numbers and specifications.

Used Safety Components – When Does It Make Sense?

Choosing a used seat belt buckle latch is often a compromise between cost and maintaining the vehicle's original construction. It is worth knowing the general principles for comparing new and used components – issues of quality, durability, and investment profitability are discussed in more detail in the guide Car Parts – New or Used, which helps to make informed decisions about repairing safety systems and other vehicle systems.