BMW E65 E66 Front Seat Lower Belt Tensioner Buckle Left N/S 7122211

The BMW E65 Front Left Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner is an original part from the Seat Belts and Parts category, designed for installation on the front left driver or passenger side in BMW 7 Series E65 models. It is a functional component of the passive safety system, ensuring proper seat belt fastening and compatibility with the vehicle's factory systems.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7122211
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7122211
• Substitutable numbers: 72117122211, 7122211, 72117210869, 7210869, 72119112569 72116982523, 9112569 6982523
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Vehicle Application and Placement

The presented BMW E65 seat belt tensioner and buckle is designed for operation on the front left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the stable mounting of the seat belt buckle and proper interaction with the tensioning mechanism in the driver's or left passenger's seat, according to the factory BMW configuration.

Its dedicated placement on the vehicle ensures:

• correct belt routing geometry relative to the seat and body pillar,
• consistency with the factory safety system of the BMW 7 Series E65,
• proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system and other seat belt components.

Technical Specifications and Compatibility

The tensioner is designed as an OEM BMW system component, meaning its construction, mounting points, and connectors are adapted to the factory solutions used in the E65. This allows for installation in place of the original buckle without the need for structural modifications.

The part has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration. Before purchasing, it is advisable to compare the markings with the data in the BMW catalog or the removed part to confirm full compatibility with the given equipment version.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using BMW Parts

The tensioner comes from the BMW offering and is classified as a used part. This means it is an original component from a dismantled vehicle, retaining the manufacturer's factory specifications. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, using a BMW part allows for maintaining:

• consistency with the original safety system design,
• proper mechanical fit to the seat and center console,
• predictable performance of the seat belt system in daily use.

For many 7 Series E65 owners, choosing an original tensioner is a sensible compromise between cost and maintaining safety parameters in line with BMW's design.

Why Choose This Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner?

Replacing a worn or damaged component with an original BMW E65 front left seat belt buckle tensioner restores the correct operation of the seat belt system on the driver's or left passenger's seat. This is particularly important in vehicles where the safety system has been tampered with, seats have been removed, or previous repairs have been made.

• Original BMW Construction – maintains factory mounting points and geometry.
• Dedicated Placement: Front – Left Side – no fitment issues with the seat and console.
• Verifiable by OEM and Interchangeable Numbers – easy compatibility check in catalogs.

This solution is intended for users who want to keep their car in a configuration close to factory, with an emphasis on the correct operation of the passive safety system.

BMW Seat Belts and Parts – Selecting the Right Components

If you are looking for other BMW seat belts and parts for your car, check out our dedicated offer in the BMW Seat Belts and Parts category, where you will find a wide selection of safety system components for various models of this brand.

Before the winter season, it is also worth comprehensively assessing the condition of key vehicle components. A guide on our blog may be helpful: Winter Essentials: Which Used Car Parts Are Worth Checking and Replacing Before the Frost?, where you will find practical checklists, tips on OEM numbers, and answers to frequently asked questions related to preparing your car for low temperatures.