Product Description
Kia Sportage 2011-2016 Rear Deck Accent, 1.75-Inch Polished Stainless (RD11835)
RD11835 is a single polished stainless steel accent for the rear liftgate of the Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, model years 2011 through 2016. QAA lists it at 1.75 inches wide. It is made in the USA from 304 stainless with a mirror finish and mounts with 3M tape.
Six years covered
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016, all for the 4-door SUV, with no trim exclusions in the data.
Width and look
At one and three-quarter inches, this accent is wide enough to read clearly from behind without becoming a panel. The catalog does not list a length, so use the product photos to see how far across the liftgate it reaches.
What else QAA lists for this Sportage
Interestingly, there is no license plate bezel or gas door cover linked to this SUV. The lineup leans toward the front and sides instead:
- SGB11835, a three-piece grille accent in a mesh design
- TH11835, a six-piece side molding insert kit, 2.625 to 3 inches, with a trim crease
- TH11836, a two-piece on-the-rocker kit, 1.25 inches, installing below the door
- WP11835, a twelve-piece window package with upper trim and pillar posts, no sills
- WP11836, a four-piece upper-trim-only package
- PP11835, PP11836, and PP11837, pillar kits of four, six, and eight pieces
Billet versus stainless
The grille overlay is described as billet with a mesh design, which is a different style of part from this polished strip. If you want a matching front and rear, look at both sets of photos to judge how they will look together.
Material
This accent is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror polished. Because the shine is the metal itself, there is no plating to peel or bubble.
Mounting
The 1.75" Sportage accent installs over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA says it will hold for a lifetime without harming the Kia.
Liftgate prep
Liftgates gather road film from the airflow behind an SUV. Wash the panel, dry it, and wipe the mounting area with a residue-free cleaner. On a Sportage of this age, check for chips or dull clear coat along the line and fix them before installing.
Placement
Dry-fit with the liner on, using the photos. Measure from each end to the liftgate edges or the badge, and adjust until the Sportage accent sits where the photos show. Mark the line with masking tape and step back a few paces to check that it looks level.
Applying
Choose a dry, mild day. Peel the liner, set the accent on your marks, and press firmly from the middle toward each end. Leave it a few days before washing. The Installation tab has full steps.
Care
Clean the Sportage accent with mild soap, water, and a soft towel; skip abrasive pads and gritty compounds.
Before ordering
Confirm the year and body on your registration, and decide whether any side pieces will go on at the same time.
Part details
For help picking a Sportage window package or pillar kit, Quality Automotive Trims is at 877-752-3811. RD11835, UPC 691821674053.
RD11835 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD11835 |
| UPC | 691821674053 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1.75" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2011-2016 Kia Sportage |
Fitment: RD11835
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sportage | 2011-2016 | 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 2011-2016 Kia Sportage
- SGB11835: 3-piece Grille Accent
- PP11835: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11836: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11837: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH11835: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- TH11836: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- WP11835: 12-piece Window Trim Package
- WP11836: 4-piece Window Trim Package
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: RD11835 Rear Deck Accent
Which Kia does RD11835 fit?
The Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, 2011 through 2016.
How wide is it?
1.75 inches.
How many pieces?
One.
Is there a matching license plate bezel?
None is linked in the catalog for this Sportage. Call 877-752-3811 to ask.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
