Glovebox Replacement Button Lock For Mercedes GLE W166 W292 - 2015 to 2019
Glovebox Replacement Button Lock For Mercedes GLE W166 W292 - 2015 to 2019 - Black is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Glovebox Button Lock Replacement for Mercedes-Benz GLE — Restore the Click
Direct replacement glovebox latch handle for the Mercedes-Benz GLE (W166 / W292). If your glovebox button has cracked, jammed, or snapped off entirely, this part restores full functionality with a clean, factory-matching finish. It replaces OEM part number A1666800491 and installs in minutes with no tools and no interior disassembly.
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Compatible Mercedes-Benz Models
This glovebox latch handle replaces OEM part A1666800491 and fits the following models:
✓ Compatible Mercedes-Benz Models
⚠️ The GLE and GLS replaced the ML and GL nameplate mid-cycle on the same platform. This part fits both the pre-rename and post-rename models. Verify your chassis code on the VIN sticker (driver's door jamb) before ordering.
Why This Part Breaks — and Why You Need to Replace It
The factory glovebox latch on the W166 and W292 platform is a known weak point. The button mechanism is made from a thin plastic that becomes brittle over time, especially in vehicles exposed to heat and direct sunlight on the passenger side. After a few years of daily use, the button cracks, the chrome trim peels, or the internal spring mechanism fails entirely — leaving you with a glovebox that either won't open or won't stay closed.
This is not a cosmetic issue. A glovebox that pops open during braking is a distraction and a safety concern. And a glovebox that won't latch means your registration, insurance documents, and anything else stored inside are rattling around freely.
This replacement latch is manufactured to OEM specifications (A1666800491) and restores the original click-and-release operation as if the car just left the factory.
Key Features
- OEM-spec replacement — matches Mercedes-Benz part number A1666800491 for precise fit and function
- Durable ABS and PC construction — stronger than the original factory plastic, with improved resistance to heat-related brittleness
- Chrome-finish button — matches the factory interior trim for an invisible repair
- Smooth latch mechanism — clean click-open, secure hold-closed, no jamming or play
- Direct snap-in fit — no modifications, no adhesive, no drilling
Two-Minute Installation
No tools required. No dashboard removal. No dealership visit.
- Open the glovebox and remove the old latch by releasing the retaining clips from behind the glovebox door panel
- Snap the new latch into the same mounting position — it clicks into place
- Test the button — press to open, push the door to close and latch
The entire replacement takes under two minutes. If you can open a glovebox, you can install this part.
What's Included
- 1x Glovebox latch handle assembly (chrome button with mounting housing)
Free shipping on all orders. Every product is backed by a 1-year warranty.

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