Backrest Cover BMW F01 F07 F10 Front Seat Rear Trim Panel Black 9173668

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Backrest Cover BMW F01 F07 F10 Front Seat Rear Trim Panel is an original upholstery component from the Seat Covers category, designed for use in front seats, as well as in selected rear cabin configurations. The black color ensures consistency with the factory BMW interior styling, and the OEM construction facilitates precise fitting to the seat frame and existing mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9173668-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9173668
• Substitutable numbers: 52109173668, 9173668
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seat Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The seat backrest in a BMW plays a key role in seating ergonomics, stabilizing the driver's and passenger's posture and working in conjunction with the factory foam and upholstery. The presented component is designed for installation in the front part of the cabin, with the possibility of use in the rear seating area as well, depending on the specific vehicle configuration.

As a part from the Seat Covers category, the backrest is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the rear of the seat, protecting internal components, and maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the interior characteristic of the BMW brand.

Color scheme and interior matching

The black color of the backrest is universal in the BMW range and allows for harmonious integration with most factory upholstery configurations – both textile and leather. Thanks to this, the component is suitable for:

• local repair of a damaged seat backrest,
• visual refreshing of the cabin without the need to replace the entire seat,
• maintaining the original character of the BMW interior.

The uniform, black surface facilitates easier cleaning and reduces the visibility of minor dirt, which is practical in daily use.

Installation characteristics

The backrest has been prepared as a component intended for installation in the front seat area, with the possibility of use in the rear part of the cabin, depending on the equipment version. The OEM construction ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points on the seat frame,
• proper routing of any upholstery hooks, fasteners, and clips,
• stable adhesion to the seat structure after correct installation.

Thanks to this, the component can be used both for post-accident repairs and for standard interior restoration, without the need to interfere with the seat structure.

Condition and use in service and restoration

The backrest comes from disassembly and is intended for users and workshops looking for original BMW components for professional repair or restoration of the factory interior look. Such components are particularly useful for:

• upholstery repairs after mechanical damage to the rear of the seat,
• restoration of premium class vehicles, where maintaining original details is important,
• completing missing elements after previous, incomplete repairs.

Using an original backrest allows for maintaining material and structural consistency with other seat components, which is significant both aesthetically and functionally.

Integration with other BMW interior elements

Replacing just the seat backrest is a beneficial solution in situations where the frame, rails, and adjustment mechanisms remain functional. This allows for limiting the scope of work and costs, while restoring the seat's full visual functionality. The black color facilitates integration with door panels, the center console, and other upholstery elements, creating a cohesive, orderly interior.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional backrests, seat cushions, or seat covers, check the available parts in the BMW Seat Covers category.

For those interested in broader use of parts from disassembly in vehicle modernization projects, inspiring tips on visual and mechanical tuning can be found in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using components from disassembly.