Mercedes W204 Estate Rear Bumper Carrier Crash Bar Reinforcement A2046100414

Mercedes W204 Estate Rear Bumper Carrier Crash Bar Reinforcement is a structural body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The carrier is responsible for absorbing loads during rear-end impacts, stabilizing the bumper, and maintaining the correct body geometry, which is crucial for both safety and the quality of post-accident repairs. Thanks to the use of the original design, the fitment to the S204 estate body is precise and predictable during service.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2046100414
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2046100414
• Substitutable numbers: A2046100414, A 204 610 04 14, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the rear bumper carrier

The rear bumper carrier in the S204 C-Class estate body acts as a load-bearing element for the bumper cover and mounting components, while simultaneously working with the controlled deformation zones. Its placement on the vehicle in the rear body area means this component influences:

• proper distribution of forces during rear-end collisions,
• stable mounting of the bumper and associated components,
• maintenance of correct gaps and body lines after repair.

Selecting the correct carrier for the specific S204 body version reduces the risk of assembly issues, leaks, or improper bumper alignment.

Compatibility with Mercedes vehicles

The offered carrier is designed for Mercedes vehicles from the S204 Estate family, ensuring compatibility with the factory geometry of the rear body section. Using a component from the same design group as the vehicle's original equipment facilitates bodywork and limits the need for additional modifications. The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated replacement numbers, which allows for precise identification in service catalogs and parts selection systems, without the need for universal replacements.

Characteristics of the used component

The rear bumper carrier is offered as a used part, which in workshop practice often represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original body structure. In the case of load-bearing and reinforcement group elements, it is essential to maintain dimensional and material compliance with factory solutions, which promotes proper load transfer and correct installation of other rear-zone vehicle components.

Importance of proper installation in the rear body zone

The placement of the carrier in the rear part of the vehicle requires following the appropriate sequence of bodywork and assembly tasks. A properly selected and installed carrier:

• provides proper support for the bumper cover,
• facilitates the installation of sensors, guides, and brackets provided for the specific body version,
• helps restore the factory line of the rear part of the vehicle after a collision.

For workshops specializing in Mercedes body repairs, the use of the appropriate rear bumper carrier is an essential element of the technological process, affecting the final visual and functional result.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, crossbars, or additional load-bearing profiles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

To better plan the scope of service work on a vehicle with single or multi-axle drive and to optimize the selection of components in the drivetrain, it is worth checking the guide on diagnostics and selection of clutch components and dual-mass flywheels: Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of parts for the drivetrain.