Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Headrest Rear Centre Middle Black Imitation Leather

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Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Headrest Rear Centre Middle Black Imitation Leather is an original part from the Headrests group, designed for installation in the rear, central part of the bench seat. Finished in a subdued black color scheme and upholstered in imitation leather, it ensures a cohesive interior look and stable head support for the passenger. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the full functionality of the rear bench seat in their Tiguan.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 510885902C
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 510885902C
• Substitutable numbers: 510885902C, 510 885 902 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Black
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and fitment for Volkswagen Tiguan 5N

The presented headrest is designed for the rear, central seating position in the Volkswagen Tiguan 5N model. The construction, based on factory solutions, ensures proper seating in the backrest guides and correct geometry relative to the seat. As a result, the element fits harmoniously into the line of the rear bench seat without disrupting ergonomics or rear visibility.

Original origin translates into dimensional compatibility with factory mounts, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of incorrect headrest positioning. This is particularly important when restoring interior completeness after a collision, replacing upholstery, or adapting the vehicle for passenger transport in all rear seats.

Construction, material, and color

The headrest uses imitation leather upholstery in black, which allows for easy matching with most factory Tiguan interior configurations. The material provides head grip during travel, reducing sliding compared to smoother materials, while remaining visually neutral and practical for everyday use.

The black color helps maintain an aesthetic interior appearance even with intensive use, effectively masking minor dirt. Subdued coloring ensures that the headrest does not visually dominate, but discreetly complements the rear bench seat, maintaining the factory character of the passenger cabin.

Safety and comfort function

As an element of the rear interior, the headrest plays an important role in limiting the loads acting on the passenger's cervical spine during sudden braking or rear-end collisions. When properly adjusted, it provides additional head support, reinforcing the factory passive safety concept in the Volkswagen Tiguan 5N.

In addition to its protective function, the headrest influences travel comfort – it stabilizes head position on longer routes, reducing neck fatigue. Central placement allows for full utilization of the middle seat on the rear bench, which is important when transporting three passengers in the back, especially under highway conditions or when driving at higher speeds.

Condition, service application, and installation

The item comes from disassembly and is intended for users looking for an original headrest to supplement or replace a single component in the interior. This type of part is suitable for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged headrest, or restoring equipment completeness after previous interior modifications.

Installation is carried out by inserting the headrest pins into the factory guides of the rear bench backrest. Thanks to the preservation of original geometry, there is no need to interfere with the seat structure, and service work can be performed in standard workshop conditions or a well-equipped garage. Factory compatibility reduces the risk of looseness, squeaking, or improper alignment relative to the backrest.

Complementary Volkswagen Headrests

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear bench area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as side headrests, additional headrests for folding versions, or replacement upholstery variants, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Headrests category.

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