Mercedes W204 Rear Bumper Towing Hook Cover Cap Tanzanite Blue 359 A2048850226

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 Rear Bumper Towing Hook Cover Cap Tanzanite Blue is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The cover in the Tanzanite Blue Metallic shade allows for an aesthetic closure of the towing hook opening, restoring the cohesive look of the bumper and maintaining the factory body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048850226-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048850226
• Substitutable numbers: A2048850226, A 204 885 02 26
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The rear bumper towing hook cover has been designed specifically for the W204 series models, maintaining factory dimensions and geometry. The component is mounted in the rear body area, at the towing hook exit point, effectively masking the mounting hole and protecting this part of the bumper from dirt.

Precise fitment to the bumper shape facilitates installation and ensures a stable seat without the need for modifications or additional adjustments. This is a practical solution both when replacing a damaged cover and when restoring the stock look after removing the towing hook.

Color and visual fitment

The cover is finished in Tanzanite Blue Metallic, which allows for consistency with the original body paint in this shade. The metallic coating fits well into the Mercedes styling line, and the properly selected shade minimizes visual differences between the component and the rest of the bumper.

For users who care about the vehicle's aesthetics, this means the ability to restore the factory look of the rear part of the car without the need for additional painting, provided the rest of the bumper is maintained in the same color.

Characteristics of the original Mercedes part

The offered cover comes from the original Mercedes equipment line, which translates into compliance with factory quality and fitment standards. The component's construction is prepared to work with the stock mounting points in the bumper, ensuring that installation is predictable and repeatable.

As a part from the Bumper inserts and covers category, the component serves both a protective and aesthetic function – it covers the mounting hole while visually organizing the rear body area, which is important for daily use and potential vehicle resale.

Condition and practical application

The cover is a used component, making it a reasonable choice for maintenance and cosmetic repairs when the priority is to maintain an original part at an optimal cost. This type of component is suitable for replacement after parking damage, minor collisions, or when completing missing bumper elements.

Choosing a used OEM component allows for maintaining material and structural consistency with other body parts, without the risk of shape or material quality differences typical of many aftermarket replacements.

Expanding the rear bumper repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or grilles, check out the available parts in the Mercedes bumper inserts and covers category.

More about choosing a used OEM part

When selecting body components, many users wonder whether a used original part or a new aftermarket replacement is a better solution. To make the decision easier and learn about practical selection criteria, it is worth reading the article 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement, which discusses specific examples and typical repair scenarios.