Mercedes Trim Fastener - Genuine Mercedes 0119887678

Product Information

A door interior trim panel retainer is a fastener used to secure the interior trim panel (the inner covering of the door) to the door frame of a vehicle. These retainers are typically made of plastic or metal and are designed to hold the panel firmly in place while allowing for easy removal if repairs are needed. They prevent the panel from rattling or coming loose and contribute to the overall aesthetic and functional integrity of the door interior.

• Loose or Rattling Door Panel: One of the most common symptoms of a failing or broken retainer is a loose or rattling door panel, especially when the vehicle is in motion or when the door is closed. This indicates that the panel isn’t securely fastened to the door frame
• Panel Gaps or Misalignment: If the retainers are broken or missing, the door panel may not align properly with the rest of the door, resulting in visible gaps or uneven fitting

About Genuine Mercedes

The original parts used by Mercedes Benz to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine Mercedes Benz” brand. Manufactured under the direction of Mercedes Benz, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are exclusively available through the Mercedes Benz Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your Mercedes-Benz are not necessarily manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. No cause for concern, as Mercedes-Benz designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for Mercedes-Benz for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a Mercedes-Benz logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.