Seat Backrest BMW E90 E91 LCI Front Left N/S Cover Heated Black Leather Dakota

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Seat Backrest BMW E90 E91 LCI Front Left N/S Cover Heated Black Leather Dakota is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front interior. The black leather upholstery ensures a consistent look with the factory equipment and provides solid back support, which translates into a stable position behind the wheel and comfort while driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246799-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246799
• Substitutable numbers: 52107246799, 7246799, 52107213145, 7213145, 7212165
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest has been designed as a component of the seat mounted at the front, on the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory seat geometry of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation after the facelift. The load-bearing structure and mounting points are prepared to work with the original seat frame, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the correct driver position relative to the steering wheel, pedals, and seat belts.

Material and finish

The backrest upholstery is made of black leather, which ensures an aesthetic, consistent look with the factory BMW interior and good resistance to wear. The leather surface makes it easy to keep clean, and the properly selected texture promotes stable back support, reducing sliding during dynamic driving.

Function in the seat system

The backrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the driver's seat – it is responsible for supporting the spine, the correct seating angle, and comfort during longer trips. Using an original component from the same model series allows you to maintain:

• correct seat geometry and position behind the wheel,
• visual consistency with other interior elements,
• compatibility with factory seat mechanisms.

Application in interior restoration and tuning

The leather driver's seat backrest is a practical solution both for repairing a damaged seat and for gradually improving the quality of the interior in a BMW E90/E91 LCI. Replacing the backrest alone allows you to refresh the most heavily used part of the seat without the need to purchase a complete seat, which is cost-effective and technically justified.

If you are planning a wider cabin modernization, it is worth considering the selection of other seat elements and the steering wheel in terms of material and color consistency. Inspiration and practical tips can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where it is described how to use used seats and steering wheels to improve the ergonomics and appearance of the interior.

Integration with other BMW elements

The backrest is part of the seat system characteristic of BMW, which is why its use allows you to maintain the factory character of the cabin and the predictable behavior of the seat in daily use. In the case of an extensive restoration of the driver and passenger seat area, it is worth choosing other components from the same group to achieve a consistent visual and functional effect.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat modules, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.