BMW E88 Rear Seat Headrest Head Rest Cloth Leather Left Right N/O/S 9142026

BMW E88 Rear Seat Headrest Head Rest Cloth Leather Left Right N/O/S is an original interior component designed for installation on the left or right side of the rear bench seat. They provide stable head support for passengers, improving ride comfort and safety during daily use. Thanks to the factory BMW design, the headrests harmonize with the cabin styling, maintaining consistency with the rest of the upholstery.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9142026
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9142026
• Substitutable numbers: 9142026, 52209142026
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and fitment for BMW E88

The presented rear headrest has been designed specifically for the BMW E88 model, which ensures a precise fit to the standard guides and adjustment mechanisms. The component can be installed on both the left and right side of the rear seat, which facilitates interior configuration in accordance with the factory seating layout. The construction is based on original BMW solutions, ensuring proper head support geometry and compatibility with standard backrests.

Construction and materials

The headrest combines cloth and leather upholstery, which is characteristic of many BMW E88 interior configurations. This combination provides a pleasant touch in the area where the head rests, while maintaining resistance to daily use in more exposed sections. The core of the headrest is based on a rigid support structure that works with the guides in the backrest, ensuring a stable position while driving.

The contouring of the front part has been selected to reduce neck fatigue for passengers on longer trips, while not restricting rear visibility more than the factory BMW design intended. As a result, the headrest maintains the proper balance between comfort and cabin functionality.

Safety and comfort function

A properly selected rear headrest is an important element of passive safety, as it helps reduce the forces acting on the cervical spine during sudden braking or a collision. The original BMW geometry ensures the correct position relative to the passenger's back and head, which promotes the protection intended by the manufacturer. At the same time, the soft padding and ergonomic shape improve seating comfort, especially when the rear seat is fully occupied.

In daily use, the headrest also helps maintain a consistent interior look – replacing a damaged or missing element with an original component allows for restoring the cabin's aesthetics without the need to interfere with the seat structure.

Characteristics of the used component

As an item from the Headrests category sourced from dismantling, the product retains the factory construction and mounting method provided by BMW. A used component is a good solution when the priority is to restore full functionality of the rear seat while keeping costs reasonable. Its original origin facilitates trouble-free installation and minimizes the risk of mismatching, which is typical for universal aftermarket replacements.

Practical installation tips

When replacing a headrest in a BMW E88, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct insertion of the guides into the backrest sockets,
• checking the smoothness of height adjustment after installation,
• comparing the shape and finish with other headrests in the car to maintain visual consistency.

This approach allows for quickly restoring the full functionality of the rear seat without the need to modify standard seat components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional headrests, supports, or compatible mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

For drivers who are considering a wider use of dismantled parts in other vehicle brands and want to better understand when used components can be a cost-effective alternative to new ones, the following guide may be helpful: VW vehicles: economical restoration of full efficiency thanks to parts from professional dismantling.