The exterior door carrier also known as the door handle allows you to open the door of your X5 from the outside. Overtime the factory handle can break, leaving you stranded and unable to open our driver's door. This Driver Side Door Handle Assembly is made by AA Ignition and is a direct replacement for the factory X5 handle. Fits the following models: X5 2000 - 2006 Replaces part# 51218243615Position: Driver Side Front Door This is a compatible replacement part manufactured by AA Ignition. This door handle carrier is NOT a genuine OEM part. Vehicle makes and models are registered trademarks of their respective owners. These trademarks and part numbers are used in this listing only to identify the vehicles this door handle carrier fits. AA Ignition is a registered trade mark of GWA Auto Parts Inc.