Product Description
Subaru Outback 2015-2019 Pillar Post Trim, Four Pieces (PP16480)
PP16480 is the entry point to QAA's pillar trim for the 2015-2019 Subaru Outback. It holds four polished stainless covers for the 4-door crossover SUV, and it's the smallest of four Outback pillar sets that run 4, 6, 8 and 14 pieces.
A big jump at the top
The Outback family steps from four to six to eight, then leaps to fourteen with PP16483. None of the four listings has notes, none names the pillars it covers, and none gives a width. The count is the only stated difference. That makes the photo galleries essential: open this set's photos alongside the six- and eight-piece listings, and glance at the fourteen-piece one too, to see which outlines each set brings. Shapes you find in one gallery but not another are the whole story. When you've chosen, order that one set. One Outback set is the idea; call 877-752-3811 before combining listings.
Is four enough?
If you'd like a polished accent on the pillars without committing to a long install or the larger outlay, four pieces at $62.49 is the lightest way in. It's also a sensible choice if you want to see how stainless looks on your Outback before deciding on anything more.
Fitment
The single row reads Subaru Outback, 2015 through 2019, tagged 4-door and Crossover SUV. Five model years, one body style. Your Outback's year needs to be in the 2015-2019 run. If your vehicle sits outside that row, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with PP16480 before ordering. No other Outback trim is listed on this sheet, so ask by phone if you're planning more.
What a pillar cover is
Pillars are the upright sections that frame the side glass and carry the roof. Each of the four covers lies on the face of a post, giving the Outback a bright stainless line with nothing underneath changed.
Metal and mounting
Every cover is cut from 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, polished and made in the USA. It isn't plated, so the bright finish can't flake away. The covers attach with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape straight onto the existing surface: no drilling, no removing anything.
Before the tape goes down
Wash the pillar areas with a mild car shampoo, rinse and let them dry completely. Wipe each spot with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth, then give it a minute to evaporate. Strip any wax, polish or ceramic coating where the covers will sit, since tape won't grip through it.
Fitting
Check the four against the photos. With each liner still on, offer the cover up to the pillar, check that the edges follow it, and mark the spot with painter's tape. Then peel one liner, line the cover up with your marks and press firmly over the whole face and along both edges. Fit the next one so the set matches. The Installation tab lists the temperature range and cure time.
A cover that won't sit flat or doesn't seem to fit anywhere should stay on its liner. Call 877-752-3811 and the team will help you work it out.
PP16480 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP16480 |
| UPC | 691821741588 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| 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 | 2015-2019 Subaru Outback |
Fitment: PP16480
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Outback | 2015-2019 | 4-door, Crossover SUV |
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 2015-2019 Subaru Outback
- PP16481: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16482: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16483: 14-piece Pillar Post Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Pillar Post Trim
- Unpack all 4 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- 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.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: PP16480 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP16480 fit?
The 2015-2019 Subaru Outback, 4-door Crossover SUV.
How many covers?
Four polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel covers.
What other Outback pillar sets are there?
PP16481 (6 pieces), PP16482 (8) and PP16483 (14). The listings only state counts, so compare the photos.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't name them. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Do I need to drill?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
