Mercedes W204 Front Headrest Head Rest Electric Left Right N/O/S Leather Black

Mercedes W204 Front Headrest Head Rest Electric Left Right N/O/S Leather Black is an original interior component from the Headrests category, designed for installation on the front seats on either the driver or passenger side. The black leather upholstery ensures a consistent, elegant look for the cabin while supporting a comfortable head position while driving. This is a solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of the interior and ensure secure support in the front seat area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2049706850
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2049706850
• Substitutable numbers: A2049706850, A 204 970 68 50
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented headrest has been designed for installation in the front part of the cabin, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides. This solution makes it easy to match the component to the specific seat configuration in your Mercedes, while also maintaining stylistic consistency across the entire front axle.

Placement in the front seat area translates into improved ergonomics – a properly selected headrest stabilizes the cervical spine, which is important both during daily use and in emergency braking situations.

Material and color scheme

The black leather upholstery used is in line with the interior finish standard characteristic of the Mercedes brand. The leather surface is resistant to typical operational wear and is easy to maintain, which helps keep the seats looking aesthetic for a longer time.

The black color scheme makes it easy to integrate the headrest with most factory interior configurations – the element blends well with both dark and contrasting cockpit panels, creating a consistent, visually organized seating layout.

Functional characteristics

The original headrest for the Mercedes from this series has been developed with the aim of maintaining the proper geometry of head support. Thanks to this, it can:

• improve driving comfort on longer routes by stabilizing the cervical spine,
• support the correct seating position for the driver and passenger,
• maintain a consistent, factory look of the front seats.

This solution is particularly useful when replacing a damaged or worn element, when you want to maintain the original interior specification without using visually divergent replacements.

Condition and use in repairs

The element comes from a group of used parts, which allows for economical repair or replacement of a missing headrest while maintaining the original origin of the component. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, interior renovations, and restoring a vehicle to a condition close to factory-new.

If you are considering a wider range of body and interior work and want to better understand when it is worth reaching for dismantled parts instead of replacements, the following article may be helpful: Post-accident repair – used body and interior parts vs. replacements.

Expanding your Mercedes interior configuration

Replacing a headrest in a Mercedes W204 is a good time to analyze the condition of other elements in this group – especially if the car has undergone a collision or intensive fleet use. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front seat area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional headrests, compatible supports, or supplementary backrest modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes Headrests category.

Summary

Mercedes W204 Front Headrest Head Rest Electric Left Right N/O/S Leather Black is a practical choice for users who want to restore the consistent look and functionality of the front seats using an original component. The black leather upholstery, suitability for front installation on both sides, and alignment with Mercedes brand standards make this a technically matched solution for the vehicle and a cost-effective repair option.