Used Ford Fiesta Headrest

Ford Fiesta headrests are generation-specific, so the key question is whether the donor car is from the same generation as yours: Mk6 (2002–2008), Mk7 (2008–2012), Mk7 facelift (2012–2017), or Mk8 (2017–2023). Within the same generation the seat design is broadly shared, but trim level and door count can affect the exact seat style, so always confirm those details with the breaker. A headrest from a different generation is very unlikely to match in shape, stitch pattern, or fixing points.

These two cars sit either side of the Mk7 facelift, which arrived for the 2012 model year, so a 2011 car is pre-facelift Mk7 and a 2013 car is facelift Mk7. The seat headrests may well be the same unit across that boundary, but because interior trim details can change at a facelift, you should confirm with the breaker that the part number and seat style match your specific registration before buying.

Trim level does matter for Fiesta headrests because seat style and upholstery vary between grades — for example, a Zetec may have a different seat design or fabric to a Titanium or an ST, which can affect headrest shape and fixing. If the donor car shares the same generation, door count, and seat type as yours the headrest fitting point is likely compatible, but there may be visible differences in material, colour, or stitching that make a cross-trim swap look mismatched. Always check the seat specification with the breaker against your registration to make sure you get the right style.

Door count can affect which seats are fitted in the rear, as packaging and seat design sometimes differ between 3-door and 5-door body styles, so it is worth telling the breaker whether your car is a 3-door or 5-door. For front seats the door count is less likely to be a factor, but it is still a useful detail for the breaker to help narrow down the correct part. Always quote your registration so the breaker can confirm the exact seat and headrest specification.

No — the engine has no bearing on headrest fitment for the Ford Fiesta, as interior seat trim is determined by generation, trim level, and body style rather than what is under the bonnet. You can safely disregard whether the donor car has a petrol or diesel engine when searching for a matching headrest. Focus instead on matching the generation, trim level, and door count.

For front seats, the NS (nearside, passenger) and OS (offside, driver) headrests on a Fiesta are typically interchangeable as the seats are often mirrored, but this can vary by trim level if the seats have asymmetric features such as side bolsters or built-in speakers. For rear seats the centre headrest, if fitted, will differ from the outboard ones. Tell the breaker which seat position you need and confirm the exact specification matches your car before purchasing.