Product Description
Jeep Liberty 2008-2012 Liftgate Accent, 1.5-Inch Polished Stainless (RD48070)
Jeep Liberty owners with a 2008 to 2012 SUV can fit RD48070 across the rear gate: a 1.5-inch strip of mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, one piece, made in the USA. It is mounted with 3M adhesive and goes on over the existing finish.
The vehicle
Jeep Liberty, 4-door SUV, model years 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. QAA files the part as a rear deck accent; on the Liberty that is the liftgate.
Matching widths
MI48070, a four-piece body molding insert kit with a logo cut out, is listed at 1.5 inches, the same as this strip. If you want the side moldings and the rear to carry the same width of trim, that pairing does it.
Around the plate
Two linked parts sit near this accent:
- LB48070, a license bar that goes above the plate, with a logo cut out
- LP48070, a license plate bezel
Everything else for the Liberty
- GC48070, a one-piece gas door cover trim
- PP48070 and PP48071, pillar post trim in four and six pieces
- TH48070, a six-piece rocker insert kit, 1.25 inches wide, described as side molding
- WS48070, a four-piece window sill set
- SGC48070, a one-piece grill overlay listed for the SPORT only
Note the grill overlay restriction: the data limits it to the Sport, while this deck accent has no trim restriction.
Try the width first
An inch and a half is a clear, visible band. Stick painter's tape of that width across the gate where the photos show the strip and judge it from a few paces back.
The metal
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless. There is no plating; the mirror is the steel.
The bond
The 1.5" Liberty accent attaches with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, it will hold for a lifetime without harming the Jeep.
Cleaning the gate
Wash and dry. Then wipe the strip's path with a residue-free cleaner until a fresh cloth comes back clean. Old wax, road film, and loose clearcoat all weaken adhesion, so take care of them now.
Layout
Hold the strip up with the liner on. If the license bar is part of the order, place it too, so the spacing looks right. Measure from each end of the deck strip to the gate edges and mark with painter's tape.
Mounting
Wait for a dry, mild day. Peel the liner, set the strip on the line, and press from the center to the ends. The Installation tab walks through it.
Care
Give the Liberty accent a few days before washing, then use mild soap and a soft cloth.
Why stainless
If you want the gate, sills, and pillars to match, check each linked Liberty part's listing for its material, since this record doesn't state it. Solid 304 shows the same steel if lightly scuffed.
Purpose
A deck accent is decorative. It brings bright trim to the rear and does not replace a factory part.
Before ordering
Confirm the year. If you want the grill overlay too, confirm you have the Sport.
Part details
Liberty deck accent RD48070, UPC 691821361885: Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
RD48070 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD48070 |
| UPC | 691821361885 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1.5" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2012 Jeep Liberty |
Fitment: RD48070
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Liberty | 2008-2012 | 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 2008-2012 Jeep Liberty
- GC48070: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LB48070: 1-piece License Bar, Above plate accent Trim
- LP48070: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- MI48070: 4-piece Molding Insert
- PP48070: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP48071: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- SGC48070: 1-piece Grill Overlay
- TH48070: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rear Deck 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: RD48070 Rear Deck Accent
Which Liberty does RD48070 fit?
The Jeep Liberty 4-door SUV, 2008 through 2012.
How wide is it?
1.5 inches, the same width listed for the MI48070 body molding inserts.
Is it limited to the Sport?
No. Only the SGC48070 grill overlay carries a Sport-only note.
What goes with it at the rear?
LB48070, a license bar with a logo cut out, and LP48070, a plate bezel.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
