BMW E92 Headrest Rear Seat Head Rest Cover Grey Leather Dakota

BMW E92 Headrest Rear Seat Head Rest Cover Grey Leather Dakota is an original upholstery component designed for the rear backrest, made of durable, factory-standard Dakota leather in a subtle grey color. It is a practical solution for users who want to professionally restore the rear interior while maintaining material and color consistency with the remaining elements. Thanks to the use of factory leather, the product allows for an aesthetically and technically correct repair of the headrest without interfering with the seat structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246472
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246472
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246472, 7246472, 52206978246, 6978246
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Grey
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and fitment for BMW E92

The cover is designed as an upholstery element for the rear headrest in BMW 3 Series E92 models, ensuring a proper fit to the shape of the backrest and compatibility with the interior's design line. Its placement in the rear of the cabin allows for restoring the factory look of the seats after wear or damage to the original upholstery, without the need to replace the entire headrest.

The original BMW brand origin ensures adherence to quality standards, proper fitment with the headrest foam, and compatibility with factory mounts and backrest construction.

Material and functional properties

The cover is made of natural Dakota leather, used as factory equipment in many BMW trim versions. This type of upholstery is characterized by:

• a wear-resistant surface structure,
• ease of cleaning using standard leather care products,
• a consistent texture and shade matched to other interior elements.

The grey color of the upholstery helps maintain a neutral, elegant character of the cabin, blending well with both light and dark finishes. As a result, the cover is suitable for both local repair of a single headrest and broader renovation of the rear bench seat.

Benefits of using an original headrest cover

Using an original headrest cover in a BMW E92 provides a number of practical benefits:

• Visual consistency of the interior – maintaining the original color and leather structure in the rear of the cabin.
• Professional repair effect – replacing just the headrest cover avoids visible differences between the new part and the rest of the upholstery.
• Cost reduction – the ability to renew a specific part of the seat instead of purchasing a complete headrest or the entire bench seat.
• Technical compatibility with the factory construction – no need for modifications to the foam or mounts.

The used nature of the item ensures it is adapted to real-world vehicle usage conditions, which limits the risk of significant differences in shade or gloss compared to the rest of the upholstery.

Application in accident repairs and renovations

The Dakota leather rear headrest cover works well for both standard interior renovation and repairs following mechanical or accident-related damage. In many cases, replacing the upholstery alone is sufficient to restore the aesthetics of the rear seats without interfering with the seat structure.

If you want to better plan the scope of body and upholstery work and are considering using dismantled parts, an article comparing different repair approaches may be helpful. More information can be found in the material on choosing used body parts instead of replacements, which discusses the practical aspects of using original used parts.

Renovation expansion – other BMW Headrests

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, complete headrests, or upholstery for other seating positions, check the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

Summary

BMW E92 Headrest Rear Seat Head Rest Cover Grey Leather Dakota is a practical solution for users who want to restore the rear upholstery in a controlled manner while maintaining the original character of the interior. The original material, fitment to the headrest construction, and neutral grey color make the product well-suited for both local repairs and broader renovation work in the BMW 3 Series E92 cabin.