Mercedes W168 Rear Centre Middle Seat Belt Black A1688604685

The Mercedes W168 Rear Center Seat Belt is an original part from the Seat Belts and Parts category, designed for installation on the rear bench seat in Mercedes A-Class W168 models. Its black, universal color facilitates matching the factory interior trim, and the OEM construction ensures proper integration with the vehicle's safety systems.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688604685
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688604685
• Substitutable numbers: A1688604685, A 168 860 46 85
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function of the Belt

The rear center seat belt in the Mercedes W168 is responsible for securely restraining the passenger seated in the middle of the rear bench. It is a crucial passive safety component, designed to work with the factory mounting points and the vehicle's body structure.

The original design ensures:

• correct webbing routing relative to the backrest and seat cushion,
• appropriately selected retractor characteristics, guaranteeing proper belt tension while driving,
• compatibility with factory mountings in the Mercedes W168 body.

Construction and Interior Fitment

The belt is finished in black, allowing for a cohesive visual integration with most factory upholstery and plastics used in the Mercedes A-Class W168. This ensures that after installation, the component does not stand out against the original equipment, maintaining the interior's aesthetics.

Its placement in the rear of the vehicle means the component has been designed with:

• ergonomic access to the buckle for the center passenger,
• proper webbing path relative to the torso and hips,
• unobstructed interaction with adjacent side belts and the rear seat backrest.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Belt

Using an original rear center seat belt in the Mercedes W168 allows you to maintain the safety parameters intended by the vehicle manufacturer. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, the OEM part offers:

• factory fitment to the body structure – no need for modification of mountings,
• compliance with factory anchor points and seat geometry,
• consistent appearance with other seat belts in the cabin.

This ensures a streamlined installation process and a final result that closely resembles the factory condition, which is important for both safety and the vehicle's value.

Item Condition and Practical Application

The offered rear center seat belt is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for economical restoration of the rear bench's full functionality in the Mercedes W168. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• repairs after a collision or safety system deployment,
• replacing missing equipment after previous modifications,
• restoring the car to a configuration with three full-fledged rear seats.

For users considering the broader use of used parts in their vehicles, we have prepared a guide. In an article describing how to safely use second-hand components and what to look for when choosing them, you will find practical tips – check out the guide to the best used car parts.

Seat Belts and Parts for Mercedes – Expanded Offer

If you are also looking for other items from the Seat Belts and Parts category dedicated to this brand, check out our offer for Mercedes Seat Belts and Parts, where you will find a wide selection of components for various models.

For those interested in the broader use of second-hand parts in German car brands, we also recommend an article on how to combine savings with maintaining high quality – find more information in the material Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without loss of quality, which demonstrates a practical approach to used components.