Product Description
Kia Soul 2010-2011 Polished Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP10830)
For the 2010 and 2011 Kia Soul, QAA lists two parts that work around the rear plate, and this is one of them. LP10830 is cataloged as a License Plate Bezel, one piece, for the Kia Soul 4-door hatchback. The other is LPS10830, a one-piece part cataloged as License Plate Surround Trim.
Bezel vs. surround
The catalog gives the two parts different names but no description of how they differ in shape, size or position. Both are single pieces for the same vehicle. We won't invent a difference. Put the two listings' photos side by side and compare them with the plate area of your Soul; the outlines will show you which suits your car, or whether you'd use one rather than both. If it's still unclear, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and mention LP10830.
Material and mount
Made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish. Mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface. No drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. No dimensions are listed.
Two model years only
The fitment row covers 2010 and 2011. The Soul window is short, so check the year. A Soul outside those two years isn't on this listing.
Fitting the bezel
Remove the plate. Clean the area with soap and water, rinse, dry, and finish with rubbing alcohol. On a car from these years, look for chips or adhesive from an old plate frame and clear them. Hold the bezel in place with the liner on and step back to check that the margins look even. Mark a few reference points with painter's tape. Peel, align, and press firmly around the whole frame. Press again, put the plate back, and close the hatch gently for the first day. The Installation tab gives the temperature range.
Other parts for the Soul
FB10830 is a two-piece front bumper trim. ML10830 is a four-piece accent set noted Front and Rear Marker Lights Surround Rings. SG10830 and SG10831 are one-piece front grille accents, one noted Upper Insert and the other Lower Insert, so they are separate pieces rather than twins. Check each listing's photos for its finish.
Why the plate area
On a hatchback, the plate sits at the center of the rear view. A polished frame there outlines it without changing anything else on the car, and it's a quick job once the paint is clean.
If you use a plate frame
Some owners run an aftermarket or dealer frame on the plate itself. Before installing the bezel, hold it in place with the plate and frame refitted to check that the two don't overlap. If they do, decide which you'd rather keep before peeling the liner.
Care
Mild soap, water and a soft towel. Keep abrasives off the polish, and dry it after washing to avoid water spots. The Fitment and Specs tabs repeat the row and the UPC.
LP10830 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP10830 |
| UPC | 691821392636 |
| 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 | 2010-2011 Kia Soul |
Fitment: LP10830
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Soul | 2010-2011 | 4-door, Hatchback |
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.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2010-2011 Kia Soul
- FB10830: 2-piece Front Bumper Trim
- LPS10830: 1-piece License Plate Surround Trim
- ML10830: 4-piece Accent Trim
- SG10830: 1-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
- SG10831: 1-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one 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: LP10830 License Plate Bezel
How is LP10830 different from LPS10830?
The catalog names them differently but doesn't describe the difference. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Which Soul years does it fit?
2010 and 2011, 4-door hatchback.
How many pieces?
One.
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.
