Product Description
Kia Sorento 2016-2020 License Bar Accent, Polished Stainless Steel (LB16820)
Some trim changes take an afternoon. This one takes about as long as it takes to clean the paint. LB16820 is a one-piece polished stainless steel bar that goes above the rear license plate of a Kia Sorento 4-door SUV, model years 2016 through 2020. It is cataloged as a License Plate Bar Accent, and there is only one vehicle row on the listing, covering five model years.
For the 2016-2020 Sorento, the bar is made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless, polished to a mirror finish. 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape holds it over the liftgate's existing surface, so nothing is drilled, unscrewed or removed. According to QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Kia's surface.
Questions buyers ask, answered from the catalog
How wide is it? The sheet doesn't list a width for LB16820. The product photos show the bar's proportions, and they are the best way to judge it.
Does it clear the handle, camera or badge? There is no note about cutouts or key access on this listing. Look at the area above your plate, then at the photos. If something on your liftgate sits where the bar goes, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with the part number before ordering.
Will it fit my Sorento? If your records show a Sorento from 2016 to 2020, it is on the listing. A Sorento outside those years is not, and the catalog offers no cross-reference for other years.
Installation in short
Choose a dry, mild day. Wash the area with soapy water, rinse, dry, then wipe with rubbing alcohol. Hold the bar in place with the liner still on and stand back to check it's centered over the plate and level with the plate's top edge. Mark each end with painter's tape. Peel, place and press firmly from the middle outward. Give it a second press after removing the marks, and avoid slamming the liftgate for the first day. Temperature details are on the Installation tab.
Five related Sorento parts
The sheet cross-lists PP16820 and PP16821, pillar post kits of four and six pieces; RD16820, a one-piece part cataloged as a Rear Deck Accent; LP16820, a one-piece license plate bezel; and GC16820, a one-piece gas door cover trim. A bezel frames the plate, while this bar sits above it, so the two are separate parts that can be used together. Check each listing's photos for its finish and placement before combining them.
Keeping it bright
Polished stainless needs only mild soap, water and a soft towel. Avoid scouring pads, steel wool and gritty compounds, which can dull the mirror finish. Wash the bar the same way you wash the paint around it.
If you are buying for a Sorento you just picked up, check the year on the paperwork rather than going by memory. The listing stops at 2020, and a two-minute check now avoids a wrong order.
The Fitment tab repeats the vehicle row, and the Specs tab lists the UPC.
LB16820 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LB16820 |
| UPC | 691821660704 |
| Part type | License Plate Bar Accent |
| 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 | 2016-2020 Kia Sorento |
Fitment: LB16820
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2016-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
Fitment is listed exactly as QAA catalogs it. Confirm the body style as well as the year and model. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2016-2020 Kia Sorento
- PP16820: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16821: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD16820: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- LP16820: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- GC16820: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: License Plate Bar Accent
- 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: LB16820 License Plate Bar Accent
Which Sorento years does LB16820 fit?
2016 through 2020, 4-door SUV.
How many pieces?
One polished stainless bar.
Is a width listed?
No. The photos show the proportions, or call 877-752-3811.
Will I need to drill?
No. It attaches with 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.
Can I use it with the license plate bezel?
LP16820 is listed for the same Sorento. Check both listings' photos to see how they look together.
