Product Description
Honda Accord 2003-2005 Sedan License Plate Bezel, Polished 304 Stainless (LP23281)
This listing is about as focused as they come. LP23281 is one License Plate Bezel for the Honda Accord 4-door sedan, model years 2003, 2004 and 2005, and no other parts are cross-listed on its sheet. If you're shopping for the plate area on that Accord specifically, here is everything the catalog says, and an honest account of what it doesn't.
What it is made of
The bezel is a single piece of 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA. The 304 grade is the common chromium-nickel stainless used for exterior trim, and 26 gauge is a thin sheet, which helps a taped part lie close to the surface. The face is polished to a mirror finish. A bezel's job is simply to frame the plate area, so on the car it reads as a bright outline around the plate.
What the listing leaves out
There are no dimensions, no width figure, and no notes about cutouts for a lock, emblem or lights. That's why the product photos are worth a careful look. Compare the outline you see there with the area around your own plate. If the two don't match, or you simply want a second opinion, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and mention LP23281.
Preparing a surface of this age
Because this Accord's model years are 2003 to 2005, the paint around the plate has had plenty of time to collect wax, road film and leftover adhesive from frames or dealer stickers. Remove the plate and inspect the area in good light. Anything flaking, lifting or chipped should be repaired before you begin, since the tape bonds to the top layer and can't hold more firmly than that layer does. Then wash with soapy water, rinse, dry completely and wipe with rubbing alcohol until a fresh cloth stays clean.
Fitting
The Accord bezel mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and goes directly over the existing surface, so there's no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Dry-fit the bezel with the liner still on and look at it square from behind the car. When the margins look even, mark the position with a few short strips of painter's tape. Peel the liner, set the bezel against the marks and press firmly around the frame, then go around once more. Work within the temperature range on the Installation tab.
Plate frames
If you use a separate frame on the plate, put it back on during the dry fit to make sure it doesn't overlap the bezel. Choose which look you prefer before the tape is exposed. If you remove a frame for good, clean off any residue it leaves before starting.
Confirm the year
Your records should read 2003, 2004 or 2005 on an Accord sedan. Outside those years, this listing doesn't apply.
Afterward, mild soap, water and a soft towel keep polished stainless looking its best.
LP23281 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP23281 |
| UPC | 691821514359 |
| Part type | License Plate Bezel |
| 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 | 2003-2005 Honda Accord |
Fitment: LP23281
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord | 2003-2005 | 4-door, Sedan |
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: License Plate Bezel
- 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: LP23281 License Plate Bezel
Which Accord does LP23281 fit?
The 2003-2005 Honda Accord 4-door sedan.
Are other parts listed for this Accord?
None are cross-listed on this sheet.
How does it attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Are dimensions listed?
No. Use the photos or call 877-752-3811.
What should I do about old paint?
Repair flaking or lifting paint first, then clean with soap, water and rubbing alcohol.
