BMW X3 E83 Front Bumper Face Bar Bracket Crash Box Right O/S 3403440

BMW X3 E83 Front Bumper Face Bar Bracket Crash Box Right O/S is a structural component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for the front section of the vehicle body on the passenger side. It is responsible for controlled energy absorption during an impact, supporting the vehicle's structural safety and limiting damage to other components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3403440
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3403440
• Substitutable numbers: 3403440, 51113403440, 3448461, 51113448461
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described crash box is designed specifically for installation in the front right section of the BMW X3 E83 body. As a structural part, it works in conjunction with the bumper beam and other reinforcements to create a cohesive collision energy absorption system. A correctly selected bumper bracket helps maintain the geometry of the vehicle's front end during low- to medium-force collisions, which facilitates subsequent repairs and reduces the risk of secondary damage.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The crash box has been developed in accordance with the design requirements of the BMW brand, ensuring proper fitment to factory mounting points. The component is profiled for the specific architecture of the X3 E83 front end, allowing for precise load transfer in a controlled manner. This solution promotes the maintenance of predictable structural behavior during an impact.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered bumper bracket comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means it is a part with confirmed, genuine origin from the BMW production line. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair costs, especially when rebuilding the front of a vehicle after a collision. A used structural component allows for maintaining material consistency with other body parts.

Benefits of using a dedicated crash box

Using the correct bumper bracket in the front right section of the body translates into several significant advantages:

• maintaining the deformation path designed by the manufacturer during a collision,
• better protection of adjacent structural and mechanical elements,
• easier planning of post-accident repairs thanks to predictable structural behavior,
• maintaining compatibility with factory reinforcements and the bumper.

For body and mechanical workshops, this means a more predictable assembly process and the ability to restore the vehicle's front end in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

Integration with the bumper and reinforcement system

As an element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the crash box works with the bumper beam, mounts, and other reinforcements of the front body section. Correct selection and installation of all these components are crucial for maintaining the proper rigidity of the vehicle's front end, while simultaneously ensuring controlled susceptibility to deformation in the event of a collision. Thanks to its dedicated placement on the right side of the vehicle, this component completes the entire safety structure of the BMW X3 E83 front end.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as beams, reinforcements, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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