Product Description
PP11821: Kia Sorento 2011-2015 Six-Piece Stainless Pillar Post Set
Middle of three. PP11821 is the six-piece pillar post set for the Kia Sorento 4-door SUV, model years 2011 to 2015, in polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel made in the USA. Below it sits the four-piece PP11820; above it, the eight-piece PP11822.
What separates the three sizes? Only the piece count, as far as the catalog goes. There are no notes, no widths and no named pillars on any of them. The photos are the real comparison. Lay the four-, six- and eight-piece photos out together, then look along your Sorento's side windows. The six-piece set makes sense when four pieces miss a pillar you'd notice but eight has pieces you don't want. The data doesn't say whether the sets overlap, so order one.
Is there a window package that already has pillars? Yes. WP11820 is the 20-piece FULL Package and its note says it includes Upper Trim, Pillar Posts and Window Sills. If that's your plan, skip a separate pillar set or call to check. WP11821, WP11822 and WP11823 are listed by number only; we can't tell from this sheet what each includes. The same goes for WQ11820 and WS11820.
What else does QAA list for this Sorento? GC11820 is a 1-piece gas door cover trim. AT11820 is a 12-piece body side molding accent trim with an "Upper Arrow" note and a 1" width. TH11820 is a 2-piece rocker panel trim that installs below the door, listed at 1.25. TH11821 is a 4-piece rocker insert kit on the doors, listed at 1.375, with a "Side Molding" note. Both TH kits carry a "use perimeter" note.
How is it attached? With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. There's no drilling and nothing to remove.
How should I prepare? Wash the pillars, rinse, and dry. Wipe with rubbing alcohol on a lint-free cloth and give it a minute. Remove any wax, sealant or ceramic coating where the tape will sit, and repair chipped finish first.
And the fitting itself? Set out the six Sorento pieces against the gallery on a towel. Hold each to its pillar with the backing on. When it sits right, mark the ends with painter's tape and label the backing. Peel one at a time and press firmly along the length, then the edges. A step stool makes the upper ends easier to see squarely. Compare left with right before finishing, and follow the Installation tab's temperature range and cure time. The six Sorento covers are stainless.
Care afterwards? Soft cloth, mild soap and water; leave abrasive pads aside.
Who do I call? Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811. Mention PP11821 and your model year. The Fitment and Specs tabs list the data.
Anything about lighting? Work in open shade or a bright garage. Glare off glass and polished steel can hide a crooked edge until the sun hits it later. Tools? Bucket, sponge, microfiber towels, rubbing alcohol, painter's tape, a marker and the photos on a phone.
PP11821 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP11821 |
| UPC | 691821507627 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| 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 | 2011-2015 Kia Sorento |
Fitment: PP11821
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2011-2015 | 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 2011-2015 Kia Sorento
- AT11820: 12-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- GC11820: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP11820: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11822: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH11820: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH11821: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- WP11820: 20-piece Window Trim Package
- WP11821: 6-piece Window Trim Package
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Pillar Post Trim
- Unpack all 6 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: PP11821 Pillar Post Trim
Which vehicle does PP11821 fit?
The 2011-2015 Kia Sorento 4-door SUV.
How many pieces?
Six. PP11820 has four and PP11822 has eight.
Does any window package include pillar posts?
WP11820, the FULL Package, includes Pillar Posts. The other packages are listed by number only, so call 877-752-3811.
Is drilling required?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
Which pillars does it cover?
The listing doesn't say. Compare the photos.
