2016-2019 BMW 7 Series Rear Subframe 6861096
Specifications
OEM number
6861096
Position
Rear
Donor year
2016
Body style
Sedan
Fuel
Gas
Engine size
4.4 L
Transmission
Auto
Drivetrain
AWD
Suspension
Air
Trim
Xdrive m package
Donor mileage
87000
Paint code
A89 Imperial Blue Brilliant Effect
About this part
Also known as
Rear Crossmember
Rear Axle Carrier
Rear Suspension Frame
Rear Cradle
Rear Engine Carrier
K-Member
What this part does
The rear subframe is a heavy structural framework bolted directly to the underside of the chassis. It acts as the foundational mounting platform for the rear differential, suspension control arms, sway bars, and sometimes steering actuators. By utilizing heavy-duty rubber or fluid-filled mounting bushings, the subframe isolates road harshness, suspension impacts, and drivetrain vibrations from the passenger cabin. If the subframe becomes bent from an impact or weakened by severe corrosion, the vehicle will experience persistent rear-wheel alignment issues, accelerated tire wear, clunking noises, and compromised high-speed stability.
Fits these vehicles
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 750i xDrive | 2016-2019 | 4.4L |
| BMW | 740i xDrive | 2017-2019 | 3.0L |
| BMW | Alpina B7 | 2017-2019 | 4.4L |
OEM and interchange numbers
6861096
33316861096
Before you order
It is highly recommended to inspect and potentially replace the four main subframe mounting bushings and the differential mounts before installing this unit on the vehicle, as pressing new bushings is significantly easier while the component is removed. Verify whether your vehicle is equipped with Integral Active Steering (rear-wheel steering), as subframes for vehicles with this feature have specific mounting points for the rear steering actuator that standard subframes lack.
