Mercedes ML W166 Front Door Strip Right O/S Interior Decor Trim A1667201022

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mercedes ML W166 Front Door Strip Right O/S Interior Decor Trim is an original body trim component from the Claddings, decorative strips, and trims group, designed for installation on the front right door. This factory-made decorative strip allows for maintaining a consistent look of the side body section, ensuring an aesthetic and technically correct finish for the door area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1667201022
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1667201022
• Substitutable numbers: A1667201022, A 166 720 10 22
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented decorative strip is designed for installation in the front right door area, allowing for precise alignment with the body lines and factory mounting points. Thanks to its dedicated placement on the vehicle, the component works with the original door structure, maintaining proper geometry and panel gaps.

Such a fit is particularly important when replacing a damaged strip after a collision or during local renovation of the side body section, where compliance with the factory profile and stylistic character of the ML W166 model is essential.

Technical and functional characteristics

The strip belongs to the group of body trim elements, whose task is to aesthetically close the door panel edge and protect its surface against minor mechanical damage. The design was developed by the Mercedes brand with a focus on maintaining appropriate rigidity, stable mounting, and compatibility with factory mounting holes.

The element contributes to the stylistic line of the vehicle's side, which is why replacing it with an original decorative strip is crucial when you want to maintain a consistent body appearance, without differences in shape or finish compared to other strips on the car.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The offered strip comes from disassembly and is a used component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original origin of the part. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring the factory look of the door without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

Using an original decorative strip from the same model series facilitates installation, reduces the need for modifications, and minimizes the risk of problems with the body panel alignment. This solution is particularly beneficial for professional body and paint repairs, where both aesthetics and dimensional repeatability are important.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The front right door decorative strip will work well both for local replacement of a damaged element and for broader body renovation work involving several panels on one side of the vehicle. Thanks to its original origin, it is the right choice for workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and for users who want to keep the vehicle in a visual state as close to factory as possible.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as decorative strips, claddings, or decorative covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes claddings, decorative strips, and trims category.

Summary and additional materials

Mercedes ML W166 Front Door Strip Right O/S Interior Decor Trim is a practical solution for users and service centers that want to restore a consistent look to the side body section while maintaining the manufacturer's original specification. Choosing a used, factory-made component allows you to combine cost control with maintaining proper fit and mounting compatibility.

To expand your knowledge on selecting components from disassembly and their impact on vehicle characteristics, it is worth reading the guide article Dismantled drive axles and differentials – how to choose gear ratios for your driving style, which discusses practical aspects of working with used components.