Product Description
Cadillac CTS 2011-2013 Stainless License Plate Bezel with Camera Cut Out (LP51251)
The detail that sets LP51251 apart is printed right in its catalog notes: this bezel includes a rear camera cut out. It's one License Plate Bezel cataloged for the 2011-2013 Cadillac CTS 4-door sedan, and the opening is built into the design, not cut later. No other parts are cross-listed on its record, so this page is about the bezel alone.
Why does the cut out matter? A bezel frames the area around the plate, and anything that lives in that area has to stay visible once the trim is on. The catalog tells us an opening is there; it doesn't give its size or exact position. So the honest advice is to look at the product photos closely, note where the opening sits, and compare that with your own CTS before you order. If the camera on your sedan doesn't line up with what you see in the photos, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and give the SKU, LP51251, before buying.
Fitment is narrow and simple. One row, one body style, three model years: 2011, 2012 and 2013. There are no trim exclusions, engine notes or build-date conditions on that row. Your records will confirm the model year in a few seconds.
The bezel is cut from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror finish and made in the USA. There's no chrome plating, so there's no plated layer to chip, flake or peel; the shine is the metal itself. The thin gauge lets the piece follow the contour it's mounted on rather than standing off the surface.
It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing surface, so nothing is drilled. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. That bond depends on what's underneath it, which is why preparation deserves more attention than the install itself. Look the plate area over for chips or clear coat that has started to lift and repair those first. Clear away residue from an old frame or dealer sticker, wash with soap and water, dry completely and finish with a rubbing alcohol wipe.
When you dry fit, pay attention to the camera opening before anything else. Hold the bezel in place, check that the cut out sits where the camera is, and only then judge the margins from a few steps behind the car. A couple of strips of painter's tape mark the spot. Then the bond itself takes only a moment: line up, press firmly along every edge, and pull the guide strips. The Installation tab lists the steps and the temperature range the tape wants.
Once it's on, keep the camera lens and the bezel clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth, and skip abrasive pads. If you run a plate frame, bring it to the dry fit too, so you know it clears both the bezel and the opening.
LP51251 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP51251 |
| UPC | 757565505203 |
| Part type | License Plate Bezel |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Coverage / notes | Includes Rear Camera Cut Out |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2011-2013 Cadillac CTS |
Fitment: LP51251
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2011-2013 | 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: LP51251 License Plate Bezel
Does LP51251 have an opening for the rear camera?
Yes. The catalog notes say it includes a rear camera cut out. Check the photos for its position.
Which CTS years and body style does it fit?
The 2011 through 2013 Cadillac CTS 4-door sedan.
How is it attached?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. No drilling.
What if the cut out doesn't line up with my camera?
Don't install it. Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with SKU LP51251.
What is it made of?
One piece of polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
