Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 Front Seat Lockable Safe Box Trunk Insert

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 Front Seat Lockable Safe Box Trunk Insert is a practical, factory-fitted insert mounted in the front part of the cabin, which allows for the secure storage of valuable items out of sight. This component from the Seats and benches group has been designed specifically for the seat structure of the ML W163, ensuring a solid fit and convenient access for the driver or passenger.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1638400302
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1638400302
• Substitutable numbers: A1638400302, A 163 840 03 02, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and function in the cabin

The presented safe box is an original insert mounted in the front seat area, creating a lockable, secure space for documents, cash, or small electronics. The design, tailored to the seat in the Mercedes M-Class W163, allows for the utilization of the free space under the seat without compromising ergonomics or the seat adjustment range.

This type of solution is particularly useful in daily-driven vehicles, company fleets, and cars used for travel, where the priority is the discreet storage of personal belongings within the seat area.

Construction and installation in the seat zone

The safe insert has been designed as an integral part of the seating zone, taking into account the seat rails, center tunnel, and factory mounting points. As a result, once installed, it forms a stable, compact unit with the seat structure, without any play or unwanted vibrations while driving.

The placement in the front part of the cabin facilitates access to the contents of the storage box from the driver's or passenger's position, while maintaining discretion – when the seat is moved back, the safe remains virtually invisible to outsiders. Such a configuration improves interior functionality without interfering with the upholstery or decorative elements.

Application in the Seats and benches category

As an element from the Seats and benches group, the safe box works directly with the seat structure, which is why its shape and mounting method are strictly matched to the geometry of the seats in the Mercedes M-Class ML W163. In practice, this means that after proper installation, it does not negatively affect seating comfort, while simultaneously adding functionality typical of higher equipment versions to the interior.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as frames, seat cushions, or backrests, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

Benefits of installing the safe box

Using this under-seat insert in the Mercedes M-Class ML W163 brings a number of practical benefits:

• increased security for storing small items in the cabin,
• better use of space under the front seat without losing comfort,
• aesthetic integration into the existing seat layout, without the need for upholstery modifications,
• a solution consistent with the premium interior character typical of the Mercedes brand.

For users who want to achieve a more advanced visual and functional effect in the interior, a guide describing the selection and installation of aftermarket cabin elements will be useful – you can find it in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

Condition and use in modernization projects

The offered safe box is a used component, which makes it a reasonable choice for interior modernization or restoring factory functionality in an older ML W163 model. Such components work great in projects where maintaining the original character of the cabin while keeping costs down is a priority.

If you are considering a broader transformation of the seating area using branded parts from dismantling, it is worth checking out the guide on the impact of such modifications on comfort and vehicle value: Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.