Product Description
Kia Optima 2011-2015 Rear Bumper Accent, 1.25-Inch Polished Stainless Strip (RB11805)
RB11805 is a single rear bumper accent for the 4-door Kia Optima sedan from 2011 through 2015. Its catalog width is 1.25 inches, and it is cut from mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA, mounting with 3M tape.
The width is the key spec
The data lists a width of 1.25 inches for this accent. That is the one dimension on record; no length is given. Compare the product photos with your bumper to picture how it will sit.
Fitment
Kia Optima, 4-door sedan: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Part of a large Optima lineup
QAA links a long list of kits to this sedan. Around the rear, the closest companions are:
- RD11805, a rear deck accent
- LP11805, a license plate bezel
- GC11805, a gas door cover
Elsewhere on the car you will find PP11805 and PP11806 pillar post kits, TH11805 and TH11806 rocker panel kits, WS11805 window sills, WQ11805 wheel well accents, PB11805 porthole surround rings, and SG11805, a front grille accent noted for the SX model only.
What a rear bumper accent does
It puts a polished line on the rear bumper cover. The bumper is not removed, and the piece is decorative.
Material
26-gauge 304 stainless, mirror polished. The shine is the steel itself, so no plating can flake.
Mounting
The Optima accent bonds over the existing bumper surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA says that tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the sedan.
Prep the bumper
Wash and dry the rear bumper. Wipe the mounting area with a residue-free cleaner to remove wax and road film. Repair any chips first.
Install
On a dry, mild day, dry-fit the accent with its liner on, using the photos as a guide. Check from behind the car that it is level and centered, and mark the line with masking tape. Peel the liner and press firmly from the middle out to the ends. Skip washing for a few days. The Installation tab has the details.
Building the rear view in stages
You can start with one rear piece and fit others over time. The bumper accent, rear deck accent, and license plate bezel all live on the back of the car, so ordering two or three together gives a coordinated look in a single short session. Each is a separate product with its own listing, so check each page for its own details.
Centering a single strip
With one piece, centering it on the bumper is what the eye picks up. Measure the accent against fixed points on the bumper during the dry-fit and adjust until it sits where the photos place it. Then check once more at eye level from directly behind the car before you peel the liner.
Care
Mild soap, water, and a soft towel. No abrasives.
Why polished stainless at the rear
The back of a car sees road spray, exhaust, and frequent washing. A solid stainless strip with no plating has no coating to wear thin, so it keeps the same mirror face for years with simple care.
Part details
For the 2011-2015 Optima, call 877-752-3811 about the 1.25-inch bumper accent RB11805 (UPC 691821427178).
RB11805 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RB11805 |
| UPC | 691821427178 |
| Part type | Rear Bumper Trim Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1.25" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2011-2015 Kia Optima |
Fitment: RB11805
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Optima | 2011-2015 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 Optima
- GC11805: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LP11805: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- PB11805: 2-piece Porthole Accent Trim
- PP11805: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11806: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD11805: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- SG11805: 1-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
- TH11805: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rear Bumper Trim 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: RB11805 Rear Bumper Trim Accent
What does RB11805 fit?
The 4-door Kia Optima sedan, 2011 through 2015.
How wide is it?
The catalog lists a width of 1.25 inches.
How many pieces?
One.
What rear trim pairs with it?
RD11805 rear deck accent, LP11805 license plate bezel, and GC11805 gas door cover are linked to the same sedan.
Does the bumper cover need to be removed?
No. It attaches with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
