Product Description
2003-2007 Honda Accord Sedan Stainless Fuel Door Cover (GC23281)
This is the sedan listing. GC23281 covers the gas door of the 2003-2007 Honda Accord 4-door sedan with one piece of mirror-polished 304 stainless steel. It's 26 gauge, made in the USA, and it mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
Sedan, not coupe
The Accord coupe from the same years has its own listing, GC23251, which is noted coupe only. If you own the 2-door, that's your part. GC23281 is listed for the 4-door sedan only. The catalog doesn't describe the shape difference between them, so choose by body style.
The gas door must be there
Note: GC23281 is a trim cover, not a replacement cap or part. Your 2003-2007 Accord sedan needs its existing gas door for it to go on.
Fitment
Honda Accord, 2003-2007, 4-door sedan. One row; the Fitment tab has it.
Sedan-specific matching parts
- DH23281: an eight-piece door handle cover kit, noted as not including passenger key access.
- PP23281 and PP23282: pillar post trim in four and six pieces.
- TH25281 is the Accord sedan's rocker panel upper kit: eight pieces, 3.5 inches wide, which the record says span from the bottom of the molding down to that width.
DH23251 and PP23251 also appear on this sheet, but they're listed for the coupe.
About the handle kit note
The catalog says DH23281 does not include passenger key access. If key access on the passenger side matters to you, look at that kit's photos and call before ordering it.
How it attaches
On the Honda, the cover goes straight over the gas door's current surface with no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Before installing
Check the door: it should latch and sit level with the quarter panel. Check the paint: no chips, flaking, or lifting clear coat, because the tape bonds directly to it. Fix anything that's off before going further.
The install
Begin with a wash and rinse of the door face. Wipe with degreaser and let it dry fully. Dry-fit the trim with the liner on and the door shut, adjusting until the border looks even all the way around. Put a piece of painter's tape on the body as your mark. Peel, set, and press firmly from the middle out. Repeat the press after a minute. Open the door slowly to confirm it clears. The Installation tab has full steps.
Centering
The visible margin of paint around the trim is what makes it look right or wrong. Get a helper to hold the piece while you stand a few steps back and look straight at it, then from an angle. Small nudges make a big difference on a part this size. Mark the spot before you peel.
About the finish
Polished 304 stainless has a bright, mirror-like surface. At 26 gauge it's a thin sheet, so the overlay stays slim on a door that opens and closes.
Weather
Mild temperature and dry conditions. Keep water off it overnight.
Care
Wipe it with mild soap and a soft cloth, and take off fuel drips after filling.
Questions
Accord questions about GC23281 can go to 877-752-3811; Specs carries the UPC.
GC23281 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC23281 |
| UPC | 691821537341 |
| Part type | Gas Door Cover Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2003-2007 Honda Accord |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC23281
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord | 2003-2007 | 4-door, Sedan |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2003-2007 Honda Accord
- DH23251: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- GC23251: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP23251: 2-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP23281: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP23282: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH25281: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- DH23281: 8-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Gas Door Cover Trim
- Confirm your vehicle still has its original gas door. This trim mounts over it and does not replace it.
- 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 directly over the existing surface, 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: GC23281 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is GC23281 a replacement gas door?
No. It is not a replacement cap or replacement part. You must have the existing gas door to install this piece.
Does it fit the Accord coupe?
No. It's listed for the 2003-2007 Honda Accord 4-door sedan. The coupe version is GC23251.
What material is it?
26 gauge polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
How is it installed?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. No drilling.
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.
