{"product_id":"glovebox-replacement-button-lock-for-mercedes-gl-x166-2012-to-2015","title":"Glovebox Replacement Button Lock For Mercedes GL X166 - 2012 to 2015","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlovebox Button Lock Replacement for Mercedes-Benz GL X166 — Snap-In Fix for a Known Failure\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect replacement \u003cstrong\u003eglovebox latch handle\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz GL (X166)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The full-size GL is a family hauler that sees the glovebox opened and closed dozens of times a day — enough daily stress to crack the thin factory plastic, jam the spring mechanism, or snap the chrome button entirely. This part replaces \u003cstrong\u003eOEM part number A1666800491\u003c\/strong\u003e and restores original click-and-release function without any tools or interior disassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLooking to further upgrade your Mercedes-Benz? Also visit the \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz section\u003c\/strong\u003e of our aftermarket parts shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Mercedes-Benz Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eglovebox latch handle\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces OEM part \u003cstrong\u003eA1666800491\u003c\/strong\u003e and fits the following models:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 24px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #111111; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e✓ Compatible Mercedes-Benz Models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 13px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #111111; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.04em;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.04em;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.04em;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz GL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; color: #555555;\"\u003eX166\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\"\u003e2012 – 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz GLS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; color: #555555;\"\u003eX166\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\"\u003e2016 – 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz ML\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; color: #555555;\"\u003eW166\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\"\u003e2012 – 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz GLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee; color: #555555;\"\u003eW166\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\"\u003e2015 – 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz GLE Coupé\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; color: #555555;\"\u003eC292 \/ W292\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e2015 – 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; color: #888888; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003e⚠️ Mercedes renamed the GL to GLS in 2016 — both share the X166 chassis and the same latch assembly. Verify your chassis code on the VIN sticker (driver's door jamb) before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy the GL X166 Glovebox Latch Fails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe X166 platform glovebox latch is injection-molded from a thin plastic compound that becomes brittle through years of heat cycling inside the passenger cabin. On the GL — which is often the primary family vehicle with high daily use — the button sees more open\/close cycles than on most platforms. The spring mechanism weakens first, making the button feel stiff or unresponsive. Then the housing cracks or the chrome trim separates from the base. At that point, the glovebox either stays open permanently or requires two hands and a specific technique to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis replacement is manufactured to \u003cstrong\u003eOEM specifications (A1666800491)\u003c\/strong\u003e and clips directly into the original mounting position — same click-open, secure-close action as the factory part when the car was new.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM-spec replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — matches Mercedes-Benz part number A1666800491 for precise fit and function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable ABS and PC construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — improved resistance to heat-related brittleness versus the original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChrome-finish button\u003c\/strong\u003e — matches factory interior trim for an invisible repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth latch mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean click-open, secure hold-closed, no jamming or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect snap-in fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — no modifications, no adhesive, no drilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTwo-Minute Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo tools required. No dashboard removal. No dealership visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the glovebox and \u003cstrong\u003eremove the old latch\u003c\/strong\u003e by releasing the retaining clips from behind the glovebox door panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap the new latch\u003c\/strong\u003e into the same mounting position — it clicks into place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the button — press to open, push the door to close and latch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1x Glovebox latch handle assembly (chrome button with mounting housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e on all orders. 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