Mercedes W212 Rear Seat Backrest AMG Left N/S Rear Seat Back Cover Black Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W212 Rear Seat Backrest AMG Left N/S Rear Seat Back Cover Black Leather is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for the rear left section of the seat in Mercedes E-Class W212 generation models. The black leather upholstery allows you to maintain a consistent, elegant interior look and restore full functionality to the rear seat after damage or wear of the factory backrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2129200535
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2129200535
• Substitutable numbers: A2129200535, A 212 920 05 35
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented backrest is a component designed for the rear left side of the seat, which is crucial when selecting parts for a specific interior configuration. Thanks to its factory origin from Mercedes, the correct mounting points, backrest geometry, and shape matched to the W212 seat profile are preserved, which facilitates installation and allows for proper cooperation with the remaining seat segments.

The backrest is suitable for users who want to replace a damaged rear seat module without having to interfere with the entire bench, while maintaining the original character of the interior and the correct operation of the folding and locking mechanisms of the backrest.

Material and finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, which ensures the subdued and representative cabin look characteristic of Mercedes. The leather finish facilitates easier maintenance compared to textile materials and blends well with factory W212 interior trim elements, such as door panels or the center console.

The black color of the backrest allows for seamless matching to most interior configurations in this generation, minimizing the risk of shade differences and ensuring a consistent, professional visual effect after installation.

Functionality and service application

The rear seat backrest on the left side plays an important role in both passenger comfort and the daily functionality of the vehicle. Replacing a worn or damaged element with an original backrest from dismantling allows you to:

• restore proper back support for passengers on the rear seat,
• maintain the correct rigidity of the backrest structure,
• preserve the aesthetics of the interior at a factory level,
• reduce repair costs compared to purchasing a complete seat bench.

This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, local upholstery damage, or wear of a single seat segment while the remaining seat elements are in good condition.

Characteristics of a used product

The backrest comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means that it is a component with preserved functionality, which may bear signs of normal wear and tear typical for this class of parts. For many users, this represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original build quality characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

Choosing an original backrest from the secondary market allows you to maintain consistency in materials, texture, and color with other interior elements, which is difficult to achieve when using replacements or reupholstering a single segment from scratch.

Interior integration and driving comfort

Installing the leather version of the rear seat backrest positively affects passenger comfort during daily use and longer trips. The leather surface provides stable support, and the properly profiled backrest structure harmonizes with the factory ergonomics of the Mercedes W212 seats.

If you want to better understand how replacing seat elements affects the comfort and perceived value of the car, it is worth checking out the guide on our blog: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as seat cushions, headrests, or middle seat segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.