Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Front Rear Seat N/O/S Fabric Cloth Headrest

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Front Rear Seat N/O/S Fabric Cloth Headrest is an original interior component designed for installation on both front and rear seats. Thanks to its factory design, it provides proper head support, improving passenger safety and ride comfort. The fabric upholstery ensures a consistent cabin look with the remaining seats.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1689701450
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1689701450
• Substitutable numbers: A1689701450, A 168 970 14 50, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168

The presented headrest has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 generation, ensuring a proper fit to the seat structure and guide rails. The component can be used on both front and rear seats, making it easy to replace a missing headrest or a single worn-out part without the need to interfere with the entire seat assembly.

By maintaining factory dimensions and geometry, the headrest works correctly with the seat backrest without restricting adjustment or seat ergonomics. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, interior restoration, or returning the vehicle to its original specification.

Upholstery material and user comfort

The fabric upholstery used is consistent with the material used in standard A-Class W168 seats, which helps maintain a uniform interior character. The fabric provides stable head support, does not heat up like synthetic materials, and promotes comfort during longer journeys.

The material structure promotes ventilation, reducing head slippage during braking or acceleration. This is particularly important in the daily use of a city car, where frequent speed changes can affect passenger comfort.

Characteristics of the component

The offered headrest falls into the Headrests category and is a used item, which in practice means maintaining the original construction at a more favorable cost compared to new components. For many Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 users, this is a reasonable way to restore interior completeness without sacrificing the factory manufacturing standard.

Choosing an original used headrest allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin while reducing expenses related to seat repair or modernization. This solution is particularly attractive for phased vehicle restoration when individual equipment elements are being replaced.

Safety and protective function of the headrest

A properly selected headrest is crucial for limiting cervical spine strain during sudden braking or collisions. The design dedicated to the A-Class W168 ensures the correct height and support angle, making it easier to adjust the headrest according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

Using the correct, factory-made component instead of random replacements helps maintain predictable seat behavior in emergency situations. This is especially important when completing equipment after bodywork repairs or seat replacements.

Selecting other headrests for Mercedes-Benz

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as additional front or rear headrests or supplementary support elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Headrests category.

New or used interior components – how to choose?

When choosing a headrest for the A-Class W168, it is worth considering the cost-to-quality ratio and fitment for a specific equipment version. Used OEM components often offer a favorable compromise between price and maintaining the original look and functionality of the interior. If you want to better understand the differences between new and used components, you can find a practical comparison in the article New or used? A comparison of car part costs and quality.