Hood Lock Mercedes W204 W212 Bonnet Release Latch Left Right N/O/S A2048800260

Hood Lock Mercedes W204 W212 Bonnet Release Latch Left Right N/O/S is an original component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts group, designed for precise locking of the engine hood in Mercedes vehicles. Its robust construction and perfect fit for the specific body generation ensure stable hood closure and safe vehicle operation in everyday conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048800260
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048800260
• Substitutable numbers: A2048800260, A 204 880 02 60
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and technical function

The presented hood lock/latch is designed as a component of the factory engine hood locking system in Mercedes executive class models. It is responsible for mechanically securing the hood against accidental opening while driving, working in conjunction with the cables and the release mechanism in the cabin.

Thanks to a design intended for installation on either the left or right side of the vehicle, this component allows for maintaining the correct hood closure geometry and even distribution of clamping forces. This is particularly important during frequent engine bay servicing, where the repeatability of the mechanism's operation and secure locking are essential.

Vehicle placement and fitment

The lock is prepared for installation on both the driver and passenger sides, which facilitates the selection of the appropriate solution during post-accident repairs or when replacing worn-out components. Placement on the vehicle includes:

• installation on the right side – as a component working with the guides and hinges on that side of the hood,
• installation on the left side – as a mirror counterpart, ensuring symmetrical locking.

This solution allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the front body section and reduces the risk of improper hood alignment with the fenders and radiator grille.

Performance characteristics and advantages

As an original Mercedes component, the hood lock/latch provides:

• compatibility with the factory hood opening and closing system,
• stable guidance of the hood catch and repeatable locking,
• the possibility of use in bodywork and mechanical repairs without the need for modifying the front-end structure.

The product comes from dismantling, which in practice means a favorable price-to-quality ratio while maintaining the original geometry and mounting points. For many users and workshops, this is a sensible choice for repairs where compatibility with factory body components is crucial.

Application in body repairs

The hood lock/latch is primarily used for:

• repairs after frontal collisions,
• replacing corroded or worn-out hood mounting components,
• restoring the correct hood closure line after bodywork adjustments.

In combination with properly adjusted hinges and hood struts, it allows for achieving correct fitment and comfortable, predictable opening and closing. This is important from both a safety and vehicle aesthetics perspective.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine hood area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional locks, latches, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Hinges, locks and other hood parts Mercedes category.

Technical support and parts selection

When planning broader service work or upgrades in executive class vehicles, it is worth considering the specifics of the solutions used by the manufacturer. Helpful material describing the development of technical solutions within the brand is available in the article Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences and Mercedes auto parts over the years, which discusses, among other things, the approach to designing body elements and service components.

If you are interested in a broader context of body repairs using parts from dismantling, it is also worth reading the guide Car body and chassis – post-accident repairs using parts from dismantling, which discusses practical aspects of selecting used OEM components, installation procedures, and typical problems encountered in workshops.