Product Description
6-Piece Stainless Steel Pillar Trim for the Cadillac XT5 SUV, 2017-2026 (PP57261)
PP57261 is QAA's six-piece pillar post kit for the Cadillac XT5, listed for the 4-door SUV from 2017 through 2026. It covers more of the pillar area than the four-piece PP57260 but stops short of the front pillars ahead of the mirrors, which QAA reserves for its larger XT5 kits.
Choosing among four XT5 kits
Here is how QAA's XT5 pillar lineup breaks down. PP57260 has four pieces. This kit has six. PP57262 has ten pieces and, per QAA's notes, includes two front pillars, front of the mirror. PP57263 has twelve pieces and includes two front pillars and one triangle piece, front of the mirror. The four- and six-piece kits carry no coverage notes, so compare the photos to see what the two further pieces in this kit cover. If you want a generous accent on the main pillars without the front pillar pieces, six pieces is a good fit.
A decade of XT5 coverage
The listed application spans 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. Every one of those years is on the same 4-door SUV body, so early and late XT5 owners can order the same kit.
About the part
Pillars are the upright sections of the body between and beside the side windows. Pillar trim covers them in a thin, bright layer. It does not change anything structural. What it does change is how the side of the XT5 reads: instead of a dark band of glass and pillar, you see framed windows with a clean steel edge.
Material
All six pieces are made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror shine. Because the brightness is part of the metal, the pieces match each other and any other QAA stainless trim on the car.
Install
The pieces mount with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and install directly over the existing pillar surface. There is no trim removal. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the surface of the vehicle. Wash and dry the pillars, wipe them clean, and dry-fit all six pieces before peeling any liner. Fit the XT5 covers one at a time. The Installation tab has the order of work.
Complete the XT5
QAA also catalogs a 2-piece head light accent (HL57260), 2-piece sliding rear window trim accents (RW57260), a 4-piece wheel well accent kit 0.5 inches wide with 3M adhesive and no gasket (WQ57260), a rear deck accent 1.25 inches wide (RD57260), a gas door cover (GC57260), and a license plate bezel (LP57260) for this SUV.
Specs and help
Part number PP57261 carries UPC 691821589272. The Specs tab lists both plus the material and piece count. For a hand choosing the right XT5 kit, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
A tip on paint: on a dark XT5 the polished pillars create bold contrast, while on silver or white they read more like a subtle factory-style accent. Either way, the photos give a good preview.
PP57261 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP57261 |
| UPC | 691821589272 |
| 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 | 2017-2026 Cadillac XT5 |
Fitment: PP57261
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac XT5 | 2017-2026 | 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 2017-2026 Cadillac XT5
- PP57260: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP57262: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP57263: 12-piece Pillar Post Trim
- GC57260: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- HL57260: 2-piece Head Light Accent Trim
- LP57260: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- RD57260: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- RW57260: 2-piece Rear Hatch Window Set
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: PP57261 Pillar Post Trim
Does PP57261 include the front pillars?
No. QAA notes the front pillars, front of the mirror, only on the 10-piece PP57262 and 12-piece PP57263.
Which XT5 does it fit?
The 4-door Cadillac XT5 SUV, 2017 through 2026.
How does it compare with PP57260?
It has 6 pieces versus 4. The photos show the larger coverage.
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 damaging the vehicle.
What material?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Who can help?
Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
