Wheel Arch BMW F10 F11 Front Right O/S Rear Section Housing Cover Panel

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Wheel Arch BMW F10 F11 Front Right O/S Rear Section Housing Cover Panel is an original body component from the Mudflaps group, designed to protect the right wheel in the front and rear zone. It ensures stable airflow management and effective shielding of the wheel arch against water, mud, and minor mechanical damage, which positively impacts the durability of suspension and bodywork components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7186724-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7186724
• Substitutable numbers: 51717186724, 7186724, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the BMW wheel arch

The presented wheel cover has been designed specifically for BMW F10 series models, taking into account the right side of the vehicle and the front and rear zone. The component acts as a protective barrier between the wheel and the body, limiting contact with water, road salt, and contaminants that can accelerate corrosion and component wear.

Thanks to its precise fit to the body geometry, the wheel arch also supports proper airflow within the wheel well, which helps maintain stable operating conditions for suspension and braking system components.

Construction and mounting fitment

The BMW F10 series wheel cover is manufactured as a component structurally compatible with factory mounting points in the body. The mounting holes and edge shapes are prepared to allow for secure seating in the wheel arch without the need for modifications or on-site adjustments.

The arrangement of the mounts allows for a stable connection to the body, which minimizes the risk of vibrations, rubbing against the tire, or the creation of unwanted noise while driving. This type of construction also facilitates easier removal if service is required within the suspension or electrical installations routed in the wheel arch.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The component comes from a BMW vehicle and is part of the original body component group. As a used part, the wheel arch represents a reasonable compromise between cost and quality, allowing for the maintenance of factory fitment without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain geometry.

Using this wheel cover allows you to:

• restore full protection of the wheel well after mechanical damage or a collision,
• limit the splashing of water and mud onto suspension and body components,
• maintain a consistent appearance and construction of the wheel arch zone in line with the BMW F10 design.

Support for body repairs

In the case of post-accident repairs or comprehensive renovation of the wheel arch zone, using an original wheel cover facilitates service work and reduces the risk of problems with the fitment of adjacent elements. For users and workshops planning a wider range of bodywork, a guide discussing the selection and installation of body components may be useful – you can find it in the article Bodywork and chassis – post-accident repairs using dismantled parts.

Expanding wheel zone protection in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel and arch zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, wheel arch extensions, or components to limit debris splashing, check out the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.