BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Front Sport Seat Electric Headrest Leather Black 9149508

BMW E70 E71 Black Leather Seat Headrest is an original part from the headrests category, designed for installation on the front seat of BMW E70 and E71 series cars. The black leather finish ensures a consistent look with the factory upholstery and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a worn or damaged headrest. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of the interior and ensure travel comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9149508
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9149508
• Substitutable numbers: 52109149508, 9149508, 33107584448, 7584448, 33107584449, 7584449
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Tire profile: 65535
• Category: Headrests

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E70 / E71

The presented headrest is designed as a component mounted on the front seat, thus maintaining the correct geometry relative to the backrest and seat. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for seamless integration with the existing headrest guide in the driver's or passenger's seat.

As a dedicated BMW part, the headrest maintains the appropriate proportions, shape, and styling line characteristic of the interiors of E70 and E71 models. This helps avoid problems with mismatched dimensions or upholstery shades, which often occur with low-quality aftermarket parts.

Leather Material and Finish

The applied leather upholstery provides a pleasant tactile surface and is easy to keep clean. The black color blends well with most BMW interior configurations, especially in versions with a more subdued, classic style.

The leather on the headrest is resistant to typical operational loads, such as frequent contact with clothing or temperature changes inside the vehicle. With proper care, it retains its appearance for a long time, positively impacting the overall cabin presentation.

Functional Characteristics and Safety

The front seat headrest plays an important role in ergonomics and safety. A properly selected component:

• stabilizes the cervical spine during driving,
• reduces the risk of injury during sudden braking or collision,
• supports a correct posture behind the wheel or in the passenger seat.

By maintaining the factory shape and dimensions, the headrest interacts with the seat structure as intended by the vehicle manufacturer. This is particularly important for cars equipped with advanced safety systems, where the geometry of interior elements affects their effectiveness.

Item Condition and Service Application

The offered headrest is a used original part, allowing for an economical replacement without compromising factory quality. This type of part is suitable for both post-accident repairs and interior refresh projects when the existing headrest shows signs of intensive use.

Replacing the headrest is a service task of low complexity, usually not requiring intervention in the vehicle's electrical system. This makes it a solution accessible even to users planning a simple, targeted improvement of the interior's condition.

BMW Headrests – Selection and Equipment Expansion

If you are looking for other BMW headrests tailored to specific equipment versions or interior color schemes, check out our BMW headrests category, where you will find a wide selection of parts for various models of this brand.

Environmental Aspect and Part Reuse

Choosing a used headrest is not only economical but also a real reduction in waste and lower consumption of raw materials needed for new part production. For drivers who want to combine vehicle maintenance with a responsible approach to the environment, reusing original components is a sensible solution.

If you want to learn more about the conscious selection of salvaged parts and the impact of such decisions on vehicle performance and carbon footprint, read the article Eco-Tuning in Practice: How to Increase Performance While Reducing Carbon Footprint with Recycled Parts, where you will find practical tips on operating and upgrading a car using used parts.