Mercedes C219 Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Cover Obsidian Black Metallic 197

Mercedes C219 Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Cover Obsidian Black Metallic 197 in Obsidian Black Metallic is a precision-fitted body component that restores the cohesive look of the vehicle's rear section. This component from the Bumper inserts and covers group allows for the aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening, improving the visual continuity of the bumper and maintaining the factory body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2198800005-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2198800005
• Substitutable numbers: A2198800005, A 219 880 00 05
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The described flap cover is designed for installation in the rear part of the body, in the area provided for access to the towing eye. Its purpose is to:

• cover the opening in the bumper,
• maintain the continuity of the painted surface,
• protect the interior of the bumper from external dirt.

Thanks to a design consistent with factory solutions, the element integrates with the bumper line without disrupting the geometry of the rear body section.

Color and visual fit

The Obsidian Black Metallic color ensures consistency with the body paint in this shade, which reduces the need for additional paint work after installation. The metallic structure of the coating allows for maintaining the characteristic look of the paint, and the properly selected shade facilitates the visual integration of the element into the bumper line.

Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle makes proper color matching both aesthetically and functionally important – the element does not stand out from the rest of the bumper and does not require additional structural modifications.

Original Mercedes component

The cover comes from the Mercedes range, which means compliance with the brand's factory design standards. The original design solution translates into:

• proper fit with the edges of the opening in the bumper,
• maintenance of the mounting method intended by the manufacturer,
• compatibility with the geometry of the rear body section of the C219 model.

The used component allows for an economical visual repair of the bumper while maintaining the character of the factory finish.

Application in body repairs

The towing eye flap cover is particularly useful for repairs after minor collisions or parking damage, when the original cover is lost or cracked. Using an original component from the Bumper inserts and covers group allows you to restore:

• a cohesive look of the rear bumper,
• factory functionality of access to the towing eye,
• aesthetics consistent with the styling line of the C219 model.

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 covers, inserts, or additional bumper flaps, check the available parts in the Mercedes bumper inserts and covers category.