Land Rover Discovery L550 Fuel Flap Cover FK72-405A26-A Corris Grey - 873

Land Rover Discovery L550 Fuel Flap Cover FK72-405A26-A Corris Grey is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for a precise fit in the Discovery L550 model. Finished in Corris Grey - 873, this flap helps maintain the visual consistency of the bodywork and provides proper protection for the fuel filler against contaminants and external factors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: FK72-405A26-A-COG
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FK72-405A26-A
• Substitutable numbers: LR058474, FK72405A26AA, FK72-405A26-AA
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Corris Grey - 873
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap on the Land Rover Discovery L550 is responsible for covering the fuel filler neck and sealing this area of the body. A correctly selected component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category minimizes the risk of dirt, moisture, and road salt entering the filler area, which promotes longer, stable operation of the fuel system and the sheet metal components in this area. The original design of the flap ensures the correct geometry of the hinge and mounting points, which translates into secure closing, predictable operation of the opening mechanism, and the maintenance of factory gaps between body panels.

Color and visual matching Corris Grey - 873

The applied Corris Grey - 873 color is a factory shade used on Land Rover bodies, which facilitates aesthetic integration with the remaining body panels. As a result, replacing a damaged flap with this component allows you to reduce the scope of additional paint work or eliminate it entirely, provided the vehicle's paint matches this color code. A uniform surface finish helps maintain a consistent side line of the body, and the correct color selection is important both in terms of aesthetics and the potential resale value of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the original Land Rover part

The presented flap is a component from the Land Rover brand, which means it complies with the manufacturer's factory design and material standards. The original design solution ensures:

• proper fit with the Discovery L550 body,
• compatibility with the factory opening mechanism,
• maintenance of the stiffness and mounting stability intended by the manufacturer. The component comes from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, making it optimized for operation in an area exposed to variable weather conditions and frequent use.

Condition and service application

The flap is a used component, which makes it an attractive service solution for users looking for original parts on a reasonable budget. This type of part is suitable for both post-accident repairs and for replacing a worn or damaged flap resulting from vehicle operation. Thanks to the preservation of the factory geometry and construction, installation proceeds in a manner similar to replacing the component with a new one, without the need for modifications to the body or the opening mechanism.

Part selection by numbers and technical support

The presented flap has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification of the component in service catalogs and part selection systems. Verifying compatibility by numbers or by the vehicle's VIN allows you to minimize the risk of purchasing an incompatible part and speeds up the repair process. To better understand the importance of correct selection of components in the fuel supply zone and their impact on vehicle operation, it is worth reading the article describing the construction and maintenance of the fuel system: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Land Rover and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or accessory protection elements, check the available parts in the Land Rover fuel filler flaps and accessories category.