Airbag Seat BMW E90 E91 LCI Side Front Left N/S Lemon 7160191

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Airbag Seat BMW E90 E91 LCI Side Front Left N/S Lemon is an original safety component designed for installation in the front left seat of facelifted BMW 3 Series models. The airbag works with the factory SRS system, providing proper side protection for the driver while maintaining consistency with the seat structure. This is a solution for users who want to restore full functionality of the safety system after a collision or seat replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7160191
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7160191
• Substitutable numbers: 72127160191, 7160191
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and function in the safety system

The described airbag is a component mounted within the seat structure on the driver's side, in the front zone, on the left side of the vehicle. Its task is to dynamically fill the space between the driver and the side part of the seat and the bodywork in the event of a collision, which reduces the forces acting on the body and helps meet the requirements of the SRS system.

Thanks to its factory design, the airbag works with collision sensors and the airbag control unit, ensuring the correct deployment time and appropriate inflation characteristics. Maintaining the original architecture of the safety system is crucial for the proper operation of the system, which is why using a dedicated component for a specific BMW model is important both from the point of view of safety and diagnostics.

Benefits of using an original seat airbag

Using an original seat airbag in a facelifted BMW 3 Series brings a number of practical benefits:

• Full integration with the factory SRS system – proper cooperation with sensors, the control unit, and the vehicle's electrical installation.
• Proper fit to the seat structure from the Seats and benches series – maintaining the protective geometry intended by the manufacturer.
• Simplified diagnostics – the control unit recognizes the component as compatible, which promotes proper system operation and reduces the risk of errors in the fault memory.
• Visual and assembly consistency with other BMW interior components – no need for modifications to mounts or installation.

The Lemon version seat airbag is intended for interiors with the appropriate color configuration, which allows for maintaining a uniform cabin appearance after repair or seat replacement.

Assembly characteristics and application

The component has been designed for installation in the front left seat in BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation vehicles after the facelift (LCI). Placement in the seat zone requires removing the seat and careful handling of the SRS installation, while observing safety procedures (disconnecting the power supply, discharging the system, working in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines). Thanks to the factory fit, the airbag structure works in harmony with the seat frame, upholstery, and wiring harness, which facilitates installation and reduces the time required to restore system efficiency.

In practice, the airbag can be used both for post-accident repairs and when replacing seats with others equipped with side seat airbags in the same color specification. Maintaining compliance with original BMW equipment is particularly important in vehicles where both safety and market value are important.

Condition, origin, and utility aspects

The offered component comes from dismantling and is classified as a used BMW component, which allows combining the functionality of an original part with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new replacement. In the case of safety components, using parts from the same brand and vehicle generation is particularly important, as it minimizes the risk of structural or electrical incompatibility.

The Lemon version seat airbag is intended for users who want to maintain the original character of the interior while restoring full functionality of the safety system after the airbags have deployed or the seat has been replaced with another from the same model line.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW seating area

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

For larger interior changes – for example, replacing entire seats with branded sets from dismantling – it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding selection and installation. A detailed discussion of the impact of such modifications on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.