Product Description
Chrome Lower Liftgate Handle Cover for 2015-2020 Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon and Yukon XL (DH55196)
The rear of a full-size GM SUV is a wide, flat expanse, and the liftgate handle sits right in the middle of it. DH55196 is a single chrome cover for that handle. QAA's note places it on the lower liftgate, and the catalog lists it for five SUVs built from 2015 through 2020: the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL.
One part, five nameplates
Each fitment row covers the same six model years and carries the same body tags: 4-door, SUV and XL. Because the rows match, one part number serves all five badges. The Fitment tab shows the rows exactly as QAA recorded them.
A note on the XL tag
Every row, including the Tahoe and the standard Yukon, carries the XL tag. The catalog doesn't explain it, so call before ordering if it matters to your vehicle. We have flagged it for review. If you drive a Tahoe or a standard Yukon and want to be certain, call before ordering.
What you are getting
The piece is molded from ABS plastic, chrome-plated and polished, and it is imported. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, and no screws or brackets are listed. QAA describes it as tailgate handle trim. On these SUVs that means the handle on the rear liftgate rather than a pickup tailgate.
Where it lands
The lower liftgate handle is what you reach for every time you load groceries, luggage or sports gear. On a truck already dressed with chrome elsewhere, a plain handle can look out of place, and a single plated cover brings the rear into line with the rest of the truck. Everything underneath stays original, and the handle works as before.
Fitting it
For the Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe or Yukon, QAA states this tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the SUV's surface. Getting that result depends on a clean surface:
- Wash the liftgate handle area and rinse off any soap.
- Wipe it with degreaser and let it dry completely.
- Hold the cover in place to check how it sits.
- Mark the outline with a couple of strips of painter's tape.
- Line it up on the marks and press firmly around the whole edge.
The Installation tab walks through the same prep in more detail.
Timing the job
Work on a mild, dry day, out of direct sun, so the paint is neither cold nor hot to the touch. Recent wax keeps tape from bonding, so if the SUV was just detailed, repeat the degreaser step. Let the bond set overnight before washing or opening the liftgate in rain.
Keeping the shine
Plated plastic cleans up with mild soap and a soft towel. Skip abrasive pads and polishing compounds, which can haze the chrome.
Questions before you order
If you aren't sure the lower liftgate on your SUV matches the photos, take a picture of it and call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. Mention DH55196 so we can pull up the listing. The UPC is in the Specs tab.
DH55196 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | DH55196 |
| UPC | 691821648085 |
| Part type | Tailgate Handle Cover |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Chrome Plated ABS plastic |
| Finish | Chrome plated |
| Coverage / notes | Lower Liftgate |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape |
| Origin | Imported |
| Fits | 2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade, 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2015-2020 GMC Yukon and 2015-2020 GMC Yukon XL |
Fitment: DH55196
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2015-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2015-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2015-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
| GMC Yukon | 2015-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
| GMC Yukon XL | 2015-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
| Cadillac Escalade | 2015-2020 | 4-door, XL |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2015-2020 | 4-door, XL |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2015-2020 | 4-door, XL |
| GMC Yukon | 2015-2020 | 4-door, XL |
| GMC Yukon XL | 2015-2020 | 4-door, XL |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Handle Cover
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: DH55196 Tailgate Handle Cover
Which SUVs does DH55196 fit?
The 2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL, as listed by QAA.
Which handle does it cover?
QAA notes it is for the lower liftgate handle.
How many pieces are in the kit?
One cover.
Does it come with hardware?
No hardware is listed. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
How long does the tape hold?
QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
