Mercedes W176 W246 Rear Seat Centre Headrest Imitation Leather A2469702850

Mercedes W176 W246 Rear Seat Centre Headrest Imitation Leather is an original interior equipment component, designed specifically for the rear bench of the Mercedes A-Class and B-Class model families. This centre headrest, finished with aesthetic imitation leather upholstery, improves passenger travel comfort in the rear and increases the level of safety during daily vehicle use. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain a consistent interior look while ensuring seat ergonomics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2469702850
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2469702850
• Substitutable numbers: A2469702850, A 246 970 28 50
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and function of the headrest

The presented centre headrest has been developed for installation in the rear part of the cabin, in the middle position of the bench seat. Its task is to provide stable head support for the passenger, which reduces strain on the cervical spine during sudden braking or collisions. The design is matched to the geometry of the backrest, allowing the headrest to integrate well with the seat line without obstructing rear visibility when adjusted to the correct height.

This element will work well both as a replacement for a damaged or missing headrest, and when completing a full set of rear seat equipment, when you want to maintain the factory safety standard.

Construction and materials

The core of the headrest is based on a solid support structure that ensures adequate rigidity while maintaining the required flexibility in the contact zone with the head. The padding has been selected to offer comfortable support without excessive hardness, which is important on longer journeys.

The upholstery is made of durable material, selected for its abrasion resistance and ease of cleaning. The structure of the material promotes ventilation, which reduces surface heating in warmer conditions. The applied finish visually refers to an imitation leather style, thanks to which the headrest blends well with an interior of a more elegant character, even if other seat elements are also upholstered in fabric.

Comfort of use and practical aspects

The properly contoured shape of the headrest supports the natural position of the head, which reduces neck fatigue during longer drives. Thanks to this, the passenger sitting in the middle of the rear bench gains a similar level of comfort to those occupying the outer seats.

Key advantages of this element include:

• ergonomic head support in the centre part of the rear bench,
• consistent styling with the factory Mercedes interior finish,
• upholstery resistant to daily use,
• ease of removal if it is necessary to fold the backrest or clean.

Thanks to these features, the headrest constitutes a functional addition to the rear bench, improving both comfort and the practicality of using the vehicle.

Characteristics as a used part

The offered headrest comes from the used parts segment, which allows for optimizing vehicle maintenance costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specification. Such elements are often chosen by users who want to restore factory interior equipment without the need to invest in new components.

Choosing an original headrest from the secondary market is a sensible solution when you care about maintaining compatibility with other seat elements, proper fitment of mounts, and predictable material behavior in the long term.

Support for interior modernization and tuning

If you treat the headrest replacement as part of a wider interior modernization or are planning budget vehicle tuning using secondary market parts, it is worth knowing good practices in this area. Practical tips regarding the safe selection and installation of used components can be found in the article Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which will help you better plan the next stages of your car's modifications.

Related Mercedes seat equipment elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seat area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as side headrests, backrest supports, or additional adjustment modules, check the available parts in the category Other Mercedes seat parts.