Product Description
2013-2018 Cadillac ATS Sedan Rear Bumper Accent in 304 Stainless (RB53235)
RB53235 is a single mirror-polished stainless steel accent for the rear bumper of the Cadillac ATS 4-door sedan, 2013 through 2018. It is made in the USA from 304 stainless and mounts with 3M tape over the existing surface.
Sedan fitment
The record lists the 4-door sedan for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. Other ATS body styles are not on this record, so call if yours is not the sedan.
Rear and plate pieces
Three linked items sit at the back. LB53235 is a two-piece license bar extension trim, LP53235 is a license plate bezel, and GC53235 is a gas door cover. The license bar extension is a two-piece item; the data does not describe where each piece sits, so check its photos.
Rocker kits, sorted
The ATS has four rocker options, and the notes make them easier to tell apart:
- TH53238: two pieces, on the rocker, 1.25 inches, installs below the door
- TH53236: four pieces, on the rocker, 2.5 to 3.25 inches
- TH53235: eight pieces, lower kit, 2.25 to 4.125 inches, spanning from the bottom of the door up
- TH53237: ten pieces, on the rocker and lower kit combined, 7.375 inches
Wheel well trim depends on the rocker
The wheel well kits are tied to the rocker choice. WQ53236 is a six-piece full-length set. WQ53235 is a four-piece set cut to fit with a rocker kit sold separately. WQ53237 is a six-piece set with a trim crease, cut to fit with TH53236. If you plan on rocker trim, pick the wheel well kit that matches it.
Also linked
AT53235 is a four-piece body side molding accent, one inch wide. PP53235 and PP53236 are four- and six-piece pillar kits.
Material and mounting
The ATS bumper accent is 26-gauge 304 stainless with a mirror polish and no plating. 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape holds it on the existing surface. According to QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Cadillac.
Surface prep
Wash and dry the bumper, then wipe the mounting area with a residue-free cleaner. If the paint has a ceramic coating or sealant, clear a small area so the tape can bond. Repair any chips first.
Installing
Dry-fit with the liner on and compare to the photos. Measure in from both ends, mark the line with masking tape, and on a dry, mild day peel and press from the center outward. Wait a few days before washing. The Installation tab explains each step.
Care
Soft towel, mild soap, no abrasive pads.
Order of work for a full kit
If you are dressing the whole car, do the rocker kit before the wheel well trim, since some wheel well sets are cut to meet it. Finish at the rear with the license pieces and then this bumper accent, centering it under the plate area. Laying everything out before peeling any liner is the best way to catch a mismatch.
Part details
SKU RB53235, UPC 691821441792. For help matching rocker and wheel well kits, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RB53235 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RB53235 |
| UPC | 691821441792 |
| Part type | Rear Bumper Trim 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 | 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS |
Fitment: RB53235
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac ATS | 2013-2018 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS
- AT53235: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- GC53235: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LB53235: 2-piece License Bar Extension Trim
- LP53235: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- PP53235: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53236: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH53235: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- TH53236: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
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: RB53235 Rear Bumper Trim Accent
Which Cadillac does RB53235 fit?
The Cadillac ATS 4-door sedan, 2013 through 2018.
How many pieces?
One.
What rear trim pairs with it?
LB53235 license bar extension trim, LP53235 license plate bezel, and GC53235 gas door cover.
Which wheel well kit goes with TH53236?
WQ53237 is listed as cut to fit with TH53236.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
