BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87N LCI Emblem Button Tailgate Badge Open Opening

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87N LCI Emblem Button Tailgate Badge Open Opening is an original component designed for installation in the rear body section. Designed as a tailgate badge button, it ensures convenient trunk opening and a consistent, factory look for the rear of the vehicle. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the full functionality and aesthetics of the tailgate.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7207333
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7200938
• Substitutable numbers: 51247200938, 7200938, 51247207933, 7207933, 51247153173, 7153173
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Tailgates

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented badge button is a component of the tailgate opening system in BMW 1 Series models of the E81, E87, and E87N LCI generations. Mounted in the rear body section, in the tailgate area, it acts as a button responsible for releasing the trunk lock while simultaneously serving as a visible exterior trim element.

Thanks to its factory design tailored to the specific 1 Series generation, this part works with the original lock mechanism and the vehicle's electrical system, which facilitates installation and ensures consistency with other tailgate components.

Construction and fitment for Tailgates

The badge button has been developed as an integral part of the Tailgates assembly, with a properly shaped outer surface and a mounting point in the tailgate panel. The design provides proper sealing around the mounting hole, which limits the risk of moisture entering the tailgate interior.

The original BMW origin guarantees dimensional compatibility with the factory mounting hole, correct positioning relative to the lock, and aesthetic alignment with the body lines. As a result, no additional modifications or adjustments are required after replacement.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using a used part

The offered badge button comes from dismantling and is a used part, which allows for factory-grade fitment while maintaining cost-effective repair. Compared to non-factory replacements, the original BMW component ensures better compatibility with the tailgate structure and predictable performance in daily use.

Using the original badge button allows for:

• restoring the proper operation of the trunk opening mechanism,
• maintaining a consistent look for the rear body section,
• reducing the risk of fitment and installation issues.

Why it is worth using an original BMW tailgate badge button

Replacing a worn or damaged button with an original BMW badge allows you to maintain the factory ergonomics of trunk operation and the aesthetics characteristic of the 1 Series. This element is designed for long-term use in the rear body zone, which is exposed to variable weather conditions, which is why its construction and mounting method are adapted to work in this area.

For users who pay attention to the visual and technical consistency of the vehicle, using the original badge button is a sensible solution – especially during post-collision repairs, tailgate replacement, or restoring full functionality to the trunk lock.

Expanding the repair of the BMW rear body section

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as locks, hinges, or tailgate seals, check out the available parts in the BMW Tailgates category.

To better plan your car's upgrade and learn about the possibilities of improving driving comfort using parts from dismantling, it is worth reading the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling affect comfort and car value.