BMW G20 Rear Centre Upper Middle Safety Seat Belt Buckle 8076382

The BMW G20 Rear Seat Belt Buckle - Center is an original part from the seat belts and parts category, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. It ensures proper fastening of the center seat belt, contributing to the safe and stable transport of a passenger in the rear middle seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8076382
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8076382
• Substitutable numbers: 8076382, 72118076382
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function in the Vehicle

The presented BMW G20 Rear Center Seat Belt Buckle is an element installed in the rear interior, in the central area of the bench seat. It is responsible for securely fastening the center seat belt, which is crucial for maintaining appropriate passenger protection standards during daily use and in emergency situations.

As an original BMW part, the buckle is designed for proper interaction with the factory seat belt, seat structure, and the vehicle's passive safety systems. This ensures:

• correct belt routing geometry for the rear center seat,
• stable mounting within the seat structure, without play or unwanted movement,
• compatibility with the factory anchoring points specified by the manufacturer.

Construction and Fit for BMW G20

The buckle's construction is adapted to the specific architecture of the BMW G20 series rear bench seat. This includes both the shape of the component and its mounting method in the rear of the vehicle. This ensures a straightforward installation process, without the need for modifications to the seat structure or factory mounting points.

Key design advantages include:

• dedicated placement in the vehicle – rear, which eliminates the risk of confusion with other buckles in the car,
• compatibility with the factory center belt in the BMW G20,
• preservation of original user ergonomics – easy access to the release button and comfortable belt fastening.

Condition and Usability Aspects

This item comes from the secondary market, allowing for an economical replacement of a damaged or faulty buckle while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. A used seat belt buckle is a solution often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacement of worn interior parts, or restoring a vehicle to full functionality after interventions in the rear cabin.

Using an original buckle from the same model series helps maintain:

• system safety consistency with other belt components in the vehicle,
• factory operating parameters of the latch mechanism,
• aesthetic integration with the BMW G20 interior, without accidental differences in shape or button operation.

Why Choose Original BMW Seat Belts and Parts

For safety-critical components such as seat belts and parts, it is essential to use components that comply with the manufacturer's design. The original rear center belt buckle for the BMW G20 has been designed and tested for compatibility with the body structure, seats, and passive safety systems.

If you also need other components from this group, such as additional mountings or complete seat belts for this model, check the available BMW seat belts and parts to select components based on specific category and brand.

Safety and Seasonal Vehicle Operation

When preparing a car for intensive use – including driving in more challenging, winter conditions – it is important to pay attention not only to the drivetrain but also to the condition of components responsible for passenger protection. Used components, such as belt buckles, should be selected consciously, considering their role in the entire safety system.

More practical tips on inspecting and replacing used components before the cold season can be found in the guide “Winter Essentials: Which Used Car Parts to Check and Replace Before the Frost?”, which discusses, among other things, selecting parts by OEM numbers and planning preventative replacements.