Ford Kuga Mk2 Front Bumper Number Plate Trim Cover Bracket CV44-17K945-BFW

Ford Kuga Mk2 Front Bumper Number Plate Trim Cover Bracket is an original component from the Protective and decorative trim group, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle body. Designed as a factory license plate mount for the bumper, it ensures stable plate positioning and an aesthetic finish to the vehicle's front. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain a consistent look for the front of the car while ensuring proper license plate mounting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: CV44-17K945-BFW
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: CV44-17K945-BFW
• Substitutable numbers: CV44-17K945-BFW, CV4417K945BFW
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented license plate cover-bracket is dedicated for installation in the front bumper area, where it is responsible for the correct and stable mounting of the license plate. As an original Ford part, it has been designed for a precise fit to the bumper's shape, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, and incorrect plate alignment while driving. The element serves both a protective and visual function – it masks mounting points, organizes the space on the front of the vehicle, and allows for a consistent look across the entire bumper area. As a result, the front of the car remains tidy, and the license plate is mounted in accordance with operational requirements.

Construction and bumper fitment

The license plate bracket belongs to a group of body components that must be precisely matched to a specific vehicle model. The construction has been prepared to work with factory mounting points in the bumper, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications. The properly profiled trim allows for even distribution of loads from the plate and its fasteners. The original Ford origin helps maintain the correct mounting geometry, which is important both from the point of view of durability and subsequent service maintenance. In practice, this means that after correct installation, the bracket aligns with the bumper line, does not protrude, and does not require additional adjustments.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a body element from the trim and cover group, the license plate bracket is designed for daily use in varying road conditions. The appropriate structural rigidity helps keep the plate in a fixed position while allowing for its removal if necessary for service or replacement. The product comes from dismantling, which allows for combining reasonable cost with the preservation of the factory manufacturing standard. During installation, it is recommended to pay attention to correct seating in the bumper mounting points and the use of appropriate fasteners consistent with the solutions used in the given model. A properly installed bracket minimizes the risk of plate vibration, which translates into user comfort and limits the possibility of unwanted noises while driving.

Application in the front body area

The location in the front part of the vehicle means that the license plate bracket is exposed to external factors such as water, road dirt, or temperature changes. Using an original element from the Protective and decorative trim group helps maintain the structural integrity of the bumper and reduces the risk of incorrect plate mounting using random universal brackets. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, bumper replacement, or restoring the vehicle to a condition close to factory, where both correct geometry and the aesthetics of the car's front are important.

Complementary elements and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the Ford protective and decorative trim category. When selecting used body components and other sub-assemblies, it is worth using reliable sources of technical knowledge. In the case of fuel system elements, an article describing what to pay attention to when buying used components may be helpful – you will find detailed tips in the entry "Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?". Additionally, if you want to better understand why original components from dismantling are often a better choice than cheap replacements, read the guide "Why original parts from dismantling fit better (and last longer) than cheap equivalents?".