BMW F20 LCI Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover Flap Black 7371738

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 LCI Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover Flap is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the rear bumper. It maintains the aesthetics of the vehicle's rear area while protecting the towing eye mounting hole from dirt and external factors. This used, original BMW part ensures a proper fit to the bumper lines and a consistent look with other body elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7371751
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7371751
• Substitutable numbers: 7371751, 51127371751, 7371738, 51127371738
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and technical function

The rear bumper towing eye cover for the F20 LCI facelift version is responsible for closing the service hole in the bumper, which is used to screw in the towing eye. This component:

• protects the mounting socket from water, mud, and road salt,
• reduces corrosion in the towing eye mounting area,
• stabilizes the edges of the opening, preventing mechanical damage,
• maintains a uniform surface plane of the bumper.

Thanks to its proper profile and factory geometry, the cover works with the original clips in the bumper, which facilitates assembly and disassembly during service operations.

Color and body integration

The element is finished in black, which facilitates integration with typical rear bumper configurations in the BMW F20 LCI. This color:

• blends well with factory inserts and lower bumper covers,
• allows for potential further painting to match a specific body color, if required by the car's configuration,
• minimizes the visibility of minor dirt during daily use.

The cover maintains the lines and stylistic divisions of the bumper, ensuring that no unwanted gaps or edge misalignments occur after installation.

Vehicle placement and assembly aspects

The component is designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the central zone of the bumper, in the location provided by the manufacturer for access to the towing point. The design of the cover is adapted to the standard mounting system, which in practice means:

• the possibility of installation without interfering with the bumper structure,
• preservation of the factory method of opening and removing the element when the towing eye needs to be used,
• no need for additional adapters or modifications.

The used OEM part is a good solution for post-accident repairs, replacing missing elements after removing the towing hook, or restoring the car to a condition close to factory specifications.

Condition of the element and practical application

The cover comes from dismantling, which in practice means it is a part with parameters consistent with the factory BMW specification. This type of element is particularly useful when:

• the bumper has been replaced or painted and the original cover is missing,
• the existing element has suffered mechanical damage or has been lost,
• you want to maintain a consistent, orderly appearance of the rear bodywork without an open towing hole.

Choosing an original cover from the Bumper inserts and covers group allows you to maintain compliance with the factory body design and reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of universal geometry replacements.

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