BMW F20 F21 Towing Eye Cover Rear Bumper Hook Flap Cap Crimson Red - A61

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW F20 F21 Towing Eye Cover Rear Bumper Hook Flap Cap Crimson Red - A61 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The cover restores the factory look of the bumper, protects the towing eye socket from dirt, and ensures stylistic consistency of the bodywork in the characteristic Crimson Red - A61 color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7301463-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7301463
• Substitutable numbers: 7301463, 51127301463
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye cover is dedicated to the rear bumper of the BMW F20/F21 series and is an integral part of the bumper cladding. It is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the service opening where the towing eye mount is located, while simultaneously limiting the access of moisture, mud, and fine debris to this area.

Thanks to the precise fit to the bumper line and the appropriate profile of the mounts, the component creates a flush surface with the rest of the cladding after correct installation, without unwanted gaps or material stress.

Color and visual fit

The factory Crimson Red - A61 color allows for maintaining paint consistency across the entire surface of the rear bumper. This is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual components, when you want to maintain the original body configuration without the need for additional painting.

The shade has been selected for compatibility with the BMW paint palette for this generation, which facilitates maintaining a uniform color and reduces the risk of visible color differences between the bumper and the cover.

Installation characteristics

The cover belongs to the group of body components mounted directly into the structure of the rear bumper. The design provides for seating in a factory-prepared opening, using the mounting points provided by the manufacturer. Thanks to this, the installation is orderly, and the component maintains stability during vehicle operation after installation.

Proper fitting of the bumper and the cover reduces the risk of play that could lead to vibrations, noise, or accidental detachment while driving. This is a beneficial solution both from the point of view of aesthetics and the durability of the repair.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered cover is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between the cost of repair and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In the case of replacing a damaged or lost component, it allows for restoring the full functionality of the rear bumper and an orderly appearance of the towing eye zone.

Using original components from the Bumper inserts and covers group promotes maintaining the proper geometry of the body, and also facilitates potential future service work within the rear part of the vehicle.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or grilles, check the available parts in the BMW bumper inserts and covers category.

To better plan the selection of original body components and other sub-assemblies, you can also use practical tips regarding used parts of the Bavarian brand, available in the article BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of a Bavarian icon?.