Ford Transit Custom Mk2 Back Door Rear Door Bump Stopper Buffer PZ31-V23032-AB

Ford Transit Custom Mk2 Back Door Rear Door Bump Stopper Buffer is an original Ford component designed for use in the rear body area. The stopper is responsible for the controlled opening and positioning of the rear doors, which improves the convenience of using the commercial vehicle and protects the bodywork against excessive door wing swing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2745738
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2745738
• Substitutable numbers: 2745738, PZ31-V23032-AB, PZ31V23032AB
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The rear door stopper in the Ford Transit Custom Mk2 operates in the rear body area, stabilizing the movement of the door wings during opening and closing. Its tasks include:

• holding the doors in the designed operating positions,
• limiting the maximum opening angle to prevent collisions with the bodywork or the surroundings,
• reducing the loads acting on the hinges and mounting panels,
• improving operational safety during loading and unloading. Thanks to this component, the rear doors behave predictably, which is important both in daily operation and during intensive fleet use.

Benefits of using an original Ford stopper

Choosing an original rear door stopper for the Ford Transit Custom Mk2 ensures a perfect fit to the factory mounting points and compatibility with the bumper and hinge design. Key advantages include:

• Factory operating geometry – maintaining the correct door travel path and position after opening.
• Compatibility with factory body components – no need for modifications or adjustments to the mounts.
• Consistency with the vehicle's rear area security system – the stopper works in harmony with other door components.
• Stable performance under frequent use – essential for commercial vehicles operating in high-frequency loading cycles. This component has a direct impact on the comfort of operating the cargo space and on protecting the rear body area against mechanical damage resulting from uncontrolled door opening.

Installation and operational characteristics

The stopper is designed for installation in the rear area of the vehicle, in a system that works with the doors and the bumper. The design provided by the vehicle manufacturer allows for:

• installation at existing mounting points without interfering with the body structure,
• maintaining factory clearances and hinge operating ranges,
• maintaining proper connection rigidity with door components. The product comes from the Other group, which means it performs a specialized, supplementary function in the rear body system, influencing vehicle ergonomics and the protection of bodywork elements.

Condition and service application

The offered stopper is a used part, making it an attractive service solution for vehicles in intensive use, where both functionality and repair cost optimization are important. Replacing a worn or damaged stopper with an original component of this type allows for restoring the proper operation of the rear doors without the need to interfere with other sub-assemblies. In the case of delivery fleets and vehicles operating in urban environments, a properly functioning stopper reduces the risk of bodywork damage and speeds up cargo space handling, which translates into more predictable vehicle operation. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional mounts, handles, or small mounting components, check the available parts in the Other Ford category. To better understand the differences in the design and loads of body and chassis components in high-performance cars, it is worth reading the material comparing sports versions with standard models – you will find them in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?. If you are interested in how the use of used OEM components affects vehicle downtime in the service and maintenance costs, the guide Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs repair time – how do used OEMs shorten workshop stays? will be helpful, as it discusses the practical aspects of selecting such components.