USB Connection Panel Mercedes C117 X156 W176 Multimedia USB Socket A1728202200

The Mercedes C117 X156 W176 USB Port Socket is an original multimedia system component designed for select Mercedes models, enabling convenient connection of external devices within the cabin. Thanks to its factory OEM construction, the socket ensures stable data and power connection, as well as aesthetic integration with the center console or trim panel. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain the functionality of their audio and multimedia system at the appropriate level.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1728202200
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1728202200
• Substitutable numbers: A1728202200, A 172 820 22 00
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the USB Socket

The presented USB port socket is designed as a factory equipment part for Mercedes vehicles of the C117, X156, and W176 series. Its purpose is to provide a stable interface for:

• connecting data carriers with music or multimedia files,
• integrating mobile devices with the audio system,
• powering and charging compatible accessories.

Thanks to its construction, which is consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the socket works with the factory wiring harness and multimedia modules, facilitating installation and reducing the risk of compatibility issues.

Construction and Interior Fit

The USB socket is made as a compact mounting module that integrates the data connector with a housing adapted for installation in a dedicated spot in the console or panel. The factory housing geometry allows for a secure fit of the element in the mounting slot, without any play or unsightly gaps.

The connector's placement is chosen to ensure convenient access for the driver and passenger, while maintaining tidiness in the cabin. The original surface finish ensures that the element visually blends with the other cockpit components, without the effect of a "universal add-on."

Benefits of Using an Original USB Socket

Using a factory USB port socket in a Mercedes C117, X156, and W176 offers a range of practical benefits:

• Compatibility with the vehicle's system – the module is designed to work with the original multimedia system, minimizing the risk of communication errors.
• Stable data connection – the connector's design reduces transmission interference and accidental disconnections while driving.
• Aesthetic integration – the matching shape and color scheme help maintain a cohesive interior look.
• Safe use – the element is prepared for operation under the conditions found in a car cabin, taking into account vibrations and temperature changes.

For users who intensively use USB drives or phone integration with the audio system, a functional socket is an essential element of daily vehicle operation.

Item Condition and Service Application

The offered USB port socket is a used part, sourced from disassembly, making it an attractive service solution in case of damage to the factory connector in the vehicle. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairing a faulty USB port in the console,
• restoring multimedia system functionality after a failure,
• replacing a missing element after previous interior modifications.

Original origin promotes maintaining full system functionality and reduces the need for electrical installation modifications, which is important from the perspective of reliability and safety.

Assistance with Selection and Additional Information

When selecting a USB socket for a specific equipment version, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the multimedia system and the vehicle's interior configuration. If in doubt, it is helpful to compare the housing shape and connector type with the element currently installed in the car.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as control modules, operating panels, or additional connectors, check the available parts in the Other Mercedes category.

For those interested in the broader context of design differences and equipment in sports car versions, including engine, brake, and chassis solutions, an article on our blog may be useful: Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?.