Second Hand Ford B-Max Seat

The Ford B-Max was produced as a single generation, sold in the UK from 2012 to 2017 with no major mid-cycle facelift that split the range into distinct generations. Within those years seats are broadly from the same family, but trim level and side (NS nearside or OS offside) still affect which seat will fit directly. Always confirm the exact year and trim of the donor vehicle with the breaker against your registration before buying.

Because the B-Max ran as a single generation from 2012 to 2017 without a generation break, a seat from a 2013 car and a 2016 car are likely to be from the same family. However, trim level differences between those two cars could mean different upholstery, bolstering, or integrated features, so check the trim of both vehicles. Confirm compatibility with the breaker against both registrations before purchasing.

Trim level does matter for B-Max seats because higher trims such as Titanium can have different seat styles, materials, and features compared to entry-level or Zetec seats. The seat frames and mounting points may be compatible, but you should expect cosmetic and comfort differences if mixing trims. Confirm the exact trim of the donor seat with the breaker and decide whether the cosmetic difference is acceptable for your car.

Yes, driver (OS offside, right-hand side in the UK) and passenger (NS nearside, left-hand side) front seats are handed and are not interchangeable with each other. Rear seats may be bench sections or individual seats depending on trim, so confirm the exact seating position you need when contacting the breaker. Always specify NS or OS clearly when requesting a quote.

If the seat contains a side airbag or a pretensioner seat belt, these are safety-critical components — airbags and pretensioners are single-use and must not be reused after deployment. You should ask the breaker to confirm whether the seat's airbag and pretensioner are undeployed and intact, and have the seat fitted by a qualified professional who can also verify compatibility with your car's SRS system. Whether a specific airbag module will integrate correctly with your vehicle's SRS system is something you must confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume.

The B-Max was only offered as a five-door model throughout its 2012 to 2017 UK production run, so there is no three-door variant to worry about when sourcing seats. Door count is therefore not a variable that will cause fitment issues between B-Max to B-Max swaps, but trim level and side remain important factors. Confirm the trim and seat position with the breaker against your registration to make sure you get the right seat.