Mercedes Vito W447 Lamp Reflector Rear Right O/S Bumper Reflection A4478260140

Mercedes Vito W447 Rear Bumper Reflector Right Rear Right is a factory part from the Reflective Lights group, designed for installation in the rear right part of the bumper. It is responsible for improving the vehicle's rear visibility, increasing road safety, especially after dark and in adverse weather conditions. A used OEM component allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance and proper fit to the bumper line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A4478260140
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A4478260140
• Substitutable numbers: A4478260140, A 447 826 01 40
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Reflectors

Purpose and Function of the Reflector

The presented reflector is dedicated to the rear right side of the vehicle, in the lower part of the bumper. Its task is to reflect the headlights of other road users, which improves the visibility of the car's outline when stationary and when driving with lights off. This allows drivers approaching from behind to quickly identify the car's position, reducing the risk of collision.

The element is particularly important in situations such as:

• parking at night with poor street lighting,
• stopping on the roadside or in a lay-by,
• driving in rain, fog, or with limited air clarity.

Compatibility and Body Fitment

The reflector is specifically designed for the rear right bumper of the Mercedes Vito W447 generation. This ensures a proper fit of the shape, mounting points, and surface geometry, which facilitates installation and maintains the factory body line. Original design ensures stable seating in the bumper recess without the need for modifications or additional adapters.

The placement on the vehicle, defined as rear right, allows for unambiguous identification of the mounting side and avoids errors in part selection. This is particularly important in post-accident repairs where precise restoration of the factory configuration is crucial.

Characteristics of the Used Component

The reflector is from the used parts group, making it an economical solution while maintaining proper functionality. This type of component is a good choice for maintenance repairs when the priority is to restore full passive lighting functionality without the need to invest in a new part. A properly selected reflector allows for compliance with vehicle lighting equipment regulations.

When replacing, pay attention to correct seating in the bumper and the tightness of the connection with the plastic to avoid play and vibrations during driving. Proper installation also affects the aesthetics of the rear body.

Importance for Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Reflective lights are elements required by homologation regulations and are an integral part of the vehicle's passive safety system. The absence or damage of a reflector can lead to reduced rear visibility of the car, as well as problems during periodic technical inspections. Replacing a faulty or missing reflector with the correct component is therefore important both for safety and for the formal roadworthiness of the vehicle.

A well-chosen reflector in the rear right part of the bumper helps maintain the symmetry of passive lighting and a cohesive look of the entire rear body area, which is important for professional body and paint repairs.

Expansion of the Reflective System in Mercedes Vito

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reflectors, mounting elements, or complementary light-reflecting components, check the available parts in the category Mercedes Reflective Lights.

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