Second Hand Hyundai Tucson Headrest

Headrests are interior trim parts, so fitment is tied to the generation of your Tucson rather than the specific year. The Tucson has been sold in three main generations: the first generation (Mk1, 2004–2010), the second generation (Mk2, 2010–2015), and the third generation (Mk3, 2015–2020, with a facelift around 2018). Headrests from within the same generation will generally be compatible, but crossing a generation boundary — for example, using a pre-2015 headrest on a post-2015 car — is unlikely to work, so confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying.

Both 2017 and 2019 Tucsons fall within the third generation (Mk3, 2015–2020), but the Mk3 received a facelift around 2018 which can bring interior trim changes including seat and headrest styling. A headrest from a 2017 car may or may not match a 2019 facelift car exactly, so this is a boundary crossing you should confirm with the breaker against your registration. Make sure you also tell the breaker your trim level, as seat style can vary between trims.

Yes, trim level can matter for headrests because seat upholstery and style vary across the Tucson's range — trims such as S, SE, Premium, and Premium SE can have different seat designs that affect headrest shape or covering. When sourcing a used headrest, give the breaker your trim level as well as your generation, so they can match the seat style as closely as possible. That said, the mechanical fitment may work across trims within the same generation, but the cosmetic finish could differ noticeably.

Yes, you should tell the breaker which seat the headrest is for — front or rear, and if it is a rear headrest, whether it is nearside (NS, left), centre, or offside (OS, right). Front headrests in particular can differ in size and adjustment mechanism compared to rear ones, and trim level can also influence the design. Being specific about position avoids ending up with a headrest that looks slightly different or does not fit the seat mechanism correctly.

No, the engine or gearbox makes no difference to headrest fitment on the Tucson — headrests are interior trim parts that are determined by generation, trim level, and seat position. Whether your car has a petrol, diesel, or hybrid engine, or a manual or automatic gearbox, the relevant details for the breaker are your generation, trim, and which seat the headrest is for. This means there is a wider pool of donor cars available, which can make finding a used headrest more straightforward.

It is very unlikely — the Mk2 (2010–2015) and Mk3 (2015–2020) are distinct generations with different seat designs, so the headrest post spacing, adjustment mechanism, and overall shape will almost certainly differ. Crossing this generation boundary is not recommended, and you should not assume compatibility without checking with the breaker against both registration numbers. Sticking to the correct generation is the safest approach for interior trim parts like headrests.