Mercedes C117 Rear Bumper Carrier Crash Impact Reinforcement Bar A1176100014

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Mercedes C117 Rear Bumper Carrier Crash Impact Reinforcement Bar is an original structural body component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. The bar serves as a key reinforcement for the bumper zone, improving passive safety and the stability of the bumper cover mounting. Thanks to its factory-spec geometry, it ensures precise fitment to the Mercedes structure and facilitates professional post-accident repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1176100014
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1176100014
• Substitutable numbers: A1176100014, A 117 610 00 14
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the reinforcement bar

The rear bumper bar in C117 / W117 family models is responsible for absorbing impact loads in rear-end collisions and providing stable support for the outer bumper cover. This component:

• stiffens the rear part of the body in the bumper area,
• helps dissipate collision energy in a controlled manner,
• provides proper mounting points for bumper covers and brackets,
• facilitates maintaining correct gaps and alignment lines of body components.

By maintaining the factory design, the bar allows for the restoration of the original geometry of the rear body zone after a collision or during a comprehensive restoration.

Construction and fitment to the body

The reinforcement bar has been designed specifically for the C117 / W117 platform, taking into account the characteristic construction of the rear part of the Mercedes body. This means:

• appropriately selected profile stiffness for performance in the impact zone,
• mounting point placement consistent with factory brackets in the vehicle,
• compatibility with original bumper supports and hardware,
• maintenance of the correct support plane for the bumper cover.

Such fitment facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications, which is particularly important in professional body and paint shops.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the bumper zone. In practice, this means working in an area particularly exposed to parking damage and collisions, which is why the proper selection of the bar has a direct impact on the effectiveness of the repair.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• checking the condition of the mounting points on the body,
• proper tightening of bolts in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations,
• verifying the fitment with the bumper cover after initial installation,
• maintaining alignment relative to the rear body structure.

A properly installed bar facilitates the subsequent adjustment of the bumper, lights, and adjacent body elements, which translates into aesthetics and correct aerodynamics.

Product characteristics and practical application

The offered bar belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which clearly defines its function as a structural element, not just a decorative one. It works well both for typical post-accident repairs and for body reconstruction after major damage.

Due to its nature, the product is particularly useful for:

• body shops specializing in the Mercedes brand,
• service centers dealing with post-accident repairs,
• individual users restoring the factory construction of the vehicle.

Using an original reinforcement allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the rear body and facilitates subsequent diagnostics and any potential future repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bumper zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, bars, or complete bumpers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Why choose an original Mercedes reinforcement

Using original structural components in premium vehicles, such as Mercedes, is significant not only for aesthetic reasons but primarily for technical ones. The factory rear bumper reinforcement ensures:

• compliance with the manufacturer's design assumptions regarding passive safety,
• dimensional repeatability, essential for precise adjustment of body elements,
• easier identification and selection of spare parts in the future.

For those interested in a broader approach to car modernization using salvaged parts, an interesting supplement to your knowledge may be an article on vehicle retrofitting – professional retrofitting with used parts from higher trim levels.