BMW E90 LCI Seat Cover Front Left Right Heated N/O/S Leather Dakota Red Brown

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 LCI Seat Cover Front Left Right Heated N/O/S Leather Dakota Red Brown in Dakota Red Brown are original upholstery components designed for the driver and passenger seats, equipped with a heating function. This set from the Seats and benches category allows for an aesthetic and functional interior renewal, maintaining the factory character of the BMW and color consistency with the Dakota line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7257553
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7257553
• Substitutable numbers: 52107257553, 7257553, 52107213170, 7213170, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Brown
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat purpose and configuration

The presented set includes seat and backrest covers designed for the front of the vehicle – for both the left and right sides. The construction is tailored to the BMW E90 generation after the facelift (LCI), which ensures proper shaping of the side bolsters, mounting holes, and guides for adjustment components. As a result, the covers work with the factory seat frames, maintaining ergonomics and the original seat geometry.

Material and Dakota Red Brown color scheme

The upholstery is made of genuine leather, selected for its resistance to wear in automotive conditions. The material structure is adapted to standard BMW seats, which facilitates integration with other interior elements. The Dakota Red Brown color is a distinctive brown shade with a slight hint of red, which gives the cabin a more expressive yet understated character.

Choosing original leather in this shade allows for:

• consistent matching with existing upholstery in the same color,
• aesthetic replacement of worn or damaged elements without the need to change the entire interior,
• maintaining the interior character typical of versions with Dakota trim.

Integration with seat heating

The covers are adapted to work with the factory seat heating system. The openings, embossments, and stitching layout are designed to allow for the correct placement of heating mats and even heat distribution across the seat and backrest surface. This ensures that the heating functionality is maintained, and the thermal comfort of the driver and passenger remains at a level consistent with the factory specification.

Performance characteristics of the used item

As a secondary market item, the set of covers allows for an economical replacement of worn upholstery while maintaining original BMW build quality. The used nature of the part means that the product may show signs of previous use, yet it still serves as a valuable base for refreshing the interior – both in the form of direct installation and potential light detailing restoration.

Application in BMW interior modernization

Replacing upholstery with Dakota Red Brown leather is particularly beneficial when:

• original covers are worn, cracked, or mechanically damaged,
• a change of interior from textile to leather is planned,
• the goal is to increase the visual quality of the cabin while maintaining the factory style.

Such a solution allows you to achieve a higher-standard interior effect without the need to purchase complete seats. Combined with proper leather care, you can significantly improve the visual appeal and comfort of daily use.

Modernization expansion and auxiliary materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or headrests, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

When planning a broader cabin rebuild – combining new seats, steering wheels, and multimedia systems – it is worth using practical tips on selecting and installing secondary market components. A detailed discussion of such modernizations can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which helps to plan the work step by step.