Mercedes W204 Rear Bumper Tow Hook Cover Cap Calcite White 650

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 Rear Bumper Tow Hook Cover Cap Calcite White 650 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. It allows for the aesthetic covering of the tow hook opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and maintaining the factory body line in the characteristic Calcite White shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048855723-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048855723
• Substitutable numbers: A2048855723, A 204 885 57 23
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover cap is dedicated to installation in the rear part of the body, in the location provided by the manufacturer for the tow hook. The component is responsible for:

• closing the opening in the rear bumper,
• protecting the interior of the bumper from dirt and moisture,
• maintaining the consistent geometry and visual lines of the bumper.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific W204 body generation, the cover cap works with factory mounts, which facilitates installation and ensures a stable fit in the bumper.

Color and visual matching

The element is finished in the factory Calcite White 650 color, which allows for maintaining a uniform paint surface on the rear bumper without the need for additional painting when properly matched to the vehicle. This solution:

• reduces the time required to restore the body's aesthetics,
• minimizes the risk of shade differences between the bumper and the cover cap,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, factory look of the vehicle.

In the case of post-accident repairs or replacement of a damaged component, using a part in the correct color significantly simplifies the renovation process of the rear body zone.

Characteristics of the used part

The cover cap comes from dismantling, which means it is an original Mercedes component with its factory shape and geometry preserved. A used element of this type is a beneficial solution when you want to:

• maintain compliance with the factory body specifications,
• reduce repair costs while using OEM parts,
• avoid fitment issues typical of low-quality aftermarket replacements.

The original construction ensures proper alignment with the bumper surface and the correct operation of the cover cap removal mechanism if the tow hook needs to be used.

Application in the bumper system

The cover cap contributes to the rear protective zone of the vehicle, being part of the Bumpers and reinforcements group. A correctly selected and installed component:

• complements the bumper structure in the tow hook area,
• limits the ingress of contaminants into the interior of the bumper,
• provides an aesthetic finish to the rear part of the body after repairs are completed.

This is particularly important during post-collision repairs, when it is necessary to replace individual bumper components without interfering with its entire structure.

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, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For drivers considering a wider range of service work on vehicles of this brand, it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting original components from dismantling, available in the article Used parts for Mercedes - original parts from dismantling.