Rear Bumper for Jeep Wrangler JL: Steel Core with Carbon Accents

The stock rear bumper on a Wrangler JL is there to look tidy. Off pavement it is the part that meets ledges and drop-offs first. The OMU Genesis Series Steel and Aluminum Rear Bumper replaces it with a steel core unit and an included forged tow hook.

It is an extended design that follows the JL body lines, so it reads as a wider version of the truck rather than a separate bolt-on slab.

What It Fits

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It is the same part listed on our Rear Bumper product page. If your vehicle is not in the row above, this one will not bolt up — message us before ordering and we will point you at the version that does.

Steel Core, Multiple Coats

The bumper body is high-strength steel. That is the part that absorbs a hit, and steel is the material that does it.

Corrosion control is a stack, not a single coat: electrophoresis for a uniform anti-corrosion layer, then galvanizing and electrolytic oxidation, then a top coating. Four stages on a part that lives in road salt, mud and standing water.

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Mech Styling with Carbon Accents

The extended shape continues the JL wheel arch line and tapers back into the body. Carbon fiber accents break up the steel mass, which keeps it from looking like a plain plate.

The piece that matters most on a rear bumper is the recovery point, and that is covered on its own below.

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Included Forged Tow Hook

The kit ships with a heavy-duty forged tow hook with a reinforced structure. It takes a tow strap or a D-ring, for pulling yourself out or pulling someone else.

The hook is finished to the same corrosion standard as the bumper, so a mud and water soaking does not leave you with a seized recovery point.

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Fit and Installation

The bumper was developed from original JL specifications and replaces the factory unit using factory mounting points. No cutting and no welding.

That makes it a direct swap: unbolt the stock bumper, transfer what needs transferring, and bolt this one on. Two people make it easier because of the weight.

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Specifications

Fits Jeep Wrangler JL
Body material High-strength steel
Corrosion treatment Electrophoresis, galvanizing, electrolytic oxidation, top coat
Accents Carbon fiber
Included hardware Forged high-strength tow hook
Installation Factory mounting points, no cutting or welding
Price $698.00
Returns 30 days

Shipping and Returns

Orders ship from our warehouse at a flat $7.99 rate to US addresses. In-stock items leave the warehouse in 1–3 business days and typically arrive 5–10 business days after that. Custom and made-to-order items take longer, and we will confirm the lead time by email after you order.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Email jenna@omu4x4.com first and we will send you the return address and the steps to follow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Wrangler does this rear bumper fit?

The Jeep Wrangler JL. It replaces the factory rear bumper using the original mounting points, with no cutting or welding.

Is a tow hook included?

Yes. The kit includes a heavy-duty forged tow hook with a reinforced structure, rated for attaching a tow strap or D-ring for self-recovery or recovering another vehicle.

How is rust handled on a steel bumper?

The bumper goes through electrophoresis for a uniform anti-corrosion layer, then galvanizing and electrolytic oxidation, then a premium top coating.

Will it fit if my JL has a factory tow package?

The bumper mounts to factory points and replaces the factory unit. If your JL is unusual — aftermarket tire carrier, custom frame work — message us with a photo before ordering and we will confirm.

Where to Go Next

See the matching front bumper, the rest of the Genesis Series, or everything for the Jeep Wrangler JL.

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