Product Description
Buick Verano 2012-2017 Rear Deck Accent, 0.875-Inch Polished Stainless (RD52540)
RD52540 is a seven-eighths-inch strip of polished stainless for the trunk of the Buick Verano sedan, model years 2012 through 2017. It's one piece of 304 stainless steel, made in the USA, and it mounts on the existing paint with 3M tape.
Verano years
2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017. 4-door sedan.
The eight-piece pillar kit, explained
One of the linked parts has an unusually detailed note. PP52542, the eight-piece pillar post kit, includes the front front pillar behind the mirror. Two pieces cover that front pillar section at the mirror, but the kit counts them as one in its piece count. So if you unpack it and count one piece more than the title says, that's why. PP52540 (four pieces) and PP52541 (six pieces) carry no such note.
Rear and side companions
- LP52540, a one-piece license plate bezel
- GC52540, a one-piece gas door cover trim
- TH52541, a two-piece rocker trim on the rocker below the door, 1.25 inches wide
Slim by design
0.875 inch is a fine line of polish on the lid. The rocker trim is a bit wider at 1.25 inches. If you want to compare, tape out both widths and step back.
The steel
26-gauge 304 stainless, mirror-polished. The surface is the metal, not a plating.
The bond
The 0.875" Verano strip goes over the existing surface of the trunk with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, this tape will hold for a lifetime and cause no harm to the Buick sedan.
Clean the lid
A narrow strip has less tape to grip with, so prep matters. Wash and dry, then wipe the footprint with a residue-free cleaner until a fresh cloth stays clean. Fix chips or lifting clearcoat first.
Set the line
Liner on, place the strip where the photos show it. Measure each end to the lid edges, make them match, and mark with painter's tape. A thin strip makes any tilt obvious, so check from directly behind.
Mount it
On a dry, mild day, peel the liner and press from the middle outward. If you're fitting the bezel, fit it after the trunk strip. The Installation tab has full steps.
Care
Give the Verano a few days before its first wash, then mild soap and a soft cloth.
Why stainless
Each linked Verano part's listing shows its finish, so you can match pillars to trunk. A light scuff on solid 304 shows the same steel.
What it is
A decorative accent for the trunk lid; it doesn't replace any factory part.
Choosing a pillar kit
The four-, six-, and eight-piece kits all fit the Verano sedan. Only the eight-piece kit's note describes coverage, naming the front pillar section behind the mirror. For the smaller kits, look at the photos to see which pillars they dress, or call and ask.
Before ordering
Confirm the year and body. If you're choosing a pillar kit, read the eight-piece kit's note.
Part details
Verano accent RD52540 (UPC 691821265077) questions: Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RD52540 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD52540 |
| UPC | 691821265077 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 0.875" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2012-2017 Buick Verano |
Fitment: RD52540
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Verano | 2012-2017 | 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 2012-2017 Buick Verano
- GC52540: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LP52540: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- PP52540: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP52541: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP52542: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH52541: 2-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 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: RD52540 Rear Deck Accent
Which Verano does RD52540 fit?
The Buick Verano 4-door sedan, 2012 through 2017.
How wide is it?
0.875 inch.
Why does the eight-piece pillar kit have one more piece?
PP52542's front pillar section at the mirror is two pieces counted as one.
Is there a matching bezel?
Yes, LP52540.
How is it installed?
3M tape.
