BMW X5 E53 Seatbelt Upper Belt Front Right O/S Grey 8258974

BMW X5 E53 Right Front Seat Belt Grey is an original part from the seat belts and parts category, designed for installation on the right front side of the vehicle. The grey color of the belt helps maintain visual consistency of the interior, and its factory origin ensures proper fitment to the seat and pillar structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8258974
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8258974
• Substitutable numbers: 8258974, 72118258974
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented BMW X5 E53 right front seat belt has been specifically designed for this model, taking into account the body geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the front passenger side guarantees compatibility with the original routing of the webbing, pretensioner, and retractor.

Proper fitment to the seat and front pillar structure translates to:

• correct operation of the retractor mechanism under typical driving, braking, and acceleration conditions,
• proper positioning of the webbing relative to the passenger's torso, promoting correct safety geometry,
• stable mounting at factory points, without the need for modifications or adaptations.

Technical Characteristics and Color Scheme

The belt belongs to the seat belts and parts group, meaning it is a component of the vehicle's passive safety system, working in conjunction with seats, airbags, and the body structure. The grey color of the webbing is characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 interior configurations and helps maintain a cohesive, understated look in the cabin.

Choosing a belt of the appropriate color is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also practical ones – the grey webbing:

• harmoniously complements light and neutral upholstery,
• minimizes the visibility of typical signs of wear compared to very light shades,
• preserves the factory character of the interior, which is important for maintaining the vehicle's originality.

Item Condition and Service Application

The seat belt is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing worn-out components, or restoring the car to its factory condition without excessive costs. Using an original dismantled component allows for adherence to BMW's factory specifications, including the operating parameters of the retractor and pretensioner.

This solution is particularly useful when:

• the belt needs to be replaced after the safety system has deployed,
• the webbing or mountings have suffered mechanical damage,
• maintaining consistent interior color scheme without replacing the entire set of belts is important.

Safety, Installation, and Practical Aspects

As an OEM part, the BMW X5 E53 right front seat belt has been developed to work with the vehicle's factory safety systems. When correctly installed, it ensures predictable behavior during sudden braking and collisions, in line with the manufacturer's design intentions.

In practice, this means:

• secure fitment to factory mounting points in the body and seat,
• maintaining the correct webbing routing geometry relative to the passenger's chest and hips,
• the possibility of service replacement of a damaged component without altering the body structure.

If you are looking for other BMW seat belts and parts for your car, check out our dedicated offer: BMW seat belts and parts.

For BMW owners interested in a broader approach to maintaining their vehicle in good condition, we recommend an article on the maintenance of onboard electronics: Years of Driving Pleasure – How to Care for iDrive Systems and Electronic Modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series Models Using Dismantled Parts?