2012-2018 BMW Exterior Door Handle Release / Bowden Cable Front, Left, Right 51217259828

OEM Part #: 51-21-7-259-828 (51217259828)

$31.49
Side: Front, Left, Right Used
Donor2015 BMW 328i xDrive · 2.0L
SKU: 659573 · 30-Day Returns
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Exterior Door Handle Release / Bowden Cable 51217259828 — Used (SKU 659573)
Genuine OEM Used SKU: 659573 Donor Vehicle: 2015 BMW 328i xDrive · 2.0L 4 photos
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Exterior Door Handle Release / Bowden Cable 51217259828 — Used (SKU 690647)
Genuine OEM Used SKU: 690647 Donor Vehicle: 2015 BMW 328i xDrive · 2.0L 4 photos
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This used OEM BMW exterior door handle release / bowden cable, part number 7259828, is a genuine replacement for the front left or right door. Often called a bowden cable, it connects the handle to the latch mechanism. When the cable breaks, the handle feels loose or fails to open the door. This cable fits numerous 3 Series models equipped with 2.0L and 3.0L engines, including diesel, gas, hybrid, and turbocharged variants.

Specifications

Specifications for Exterior Door Handle Release / Bowden Cable 51217259828
Fits Vehicle Model320i, 320i xDrive, 328d, 328d xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 330e, 330i, 330i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, ActiveHybrid 3, M3
Fits Vehicle MakeBMW
OEM Part No51-21-7-259-828 (51217259828)
SideFront, Left, Right
CategoryDoors

Compatible Vehicles

Fits 68 vehicle configurations across 1 make, 2012-2018.

Check your specific vehicle before ordering. This list shows year, make, and model. Some years have multiple trims or engines that use different parts, and individual listings may have additional fitment notes (e.g. “with sunroof only”). Review the full variant list below, or message us with your VIN and we’ll confirm the match.

BMW

View all 68 vehicle configurations 1 with fitment note
Full vehicle fitment list for Exterior Door Handle Release / Bowden Cable 51217259828
Year Make Model Trim Engine Note
2014 BMW 335i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2013 BMW 335i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2012 BMW 335i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2014 BMW 335i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo With N26 SULEV Engine
2016 BMW 328i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 328d xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2016 BMW 328d xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2018 BMW 328d xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2016 BMW 328d Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2017 BMW 328d Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2018 BMW 328d Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2018 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2016 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2016 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2016 BMW 328i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2016 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2018 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2017 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2014 BMW 328i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 328i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2014 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2015 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2018 BMW M3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW M3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW M3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2015 BMW M3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 335i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2013 BMW 335i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2012 BMW 328i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 328i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2014 BMW 328i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2013 BMW 328i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 328d xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2014 BMW 328d xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2014 BMW 328d Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2015 BMW 328d Sedan 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo
2014 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2013 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2014 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2013 BMW 320i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2013 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2015 BMW 335i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW 330e Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330e Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 330e Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo

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