Product Description
Chevrolet Malibu 2013-2015 and Malibu Limited 2016 Trunk Accent, 1.375-Inch Stainless (RD53105)
RD53105 fits the Chevrolet Malibu sedan from 2013 to 2015 and the 2016 Malibu Limited. It is a 1.375-inch trunk lid strip in mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, a single piece made in the USA, with 3M tape.
Malibu or Malibu Limited
The fitment lists the Malibu for 2013, 2014, and 2015, and the Malibu Limited for 2016, all as 4-door sedans. If your car is badged Limited and dated 2016, it's on the list.
A big parts family
Twelve parts are linked to this record. At the back:
- TP53105, a two-piece trunk hatch accent trim that goes between the lights, 2.5 inches high by 1.875 inches wide
- LP53105, a license plate bezel
- RB53105, a rear bumper trim accent
Those three plus this deck strip can trim the whole rear.
Four rocker options
- TH53105: eight-piece lower kit, 1.375 to 2.125 inches, spanning up from the door bottom
- TH53106: four pieces on the rocker below the door, 2.5 inches
- TH53107: ten pieces combining the on-rocker and lower kit
- TH53108: two pieces on the rocker, 1.25 inches
The lower kit TH53105 starts at the same 1.375-inch width as this trunk strip.
Everything else
PP53105 and PP53106 are pillar kits in four and six pieces; DH53105 is a four-piece door handle accent; MC53105 is a two-piece mirror cover set; GC53105 is a gas door cover trim.
Material and tape
26-gauge 304 stainless with a mirror polish, and 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape that mounts it over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Prep
Wash and dry the trunk. Wipe the footprint with a residue-free cleaner until the cloth stays clean. Wax buildup is the usual reason foam tape lets go, so take your time, and repair any lifting clearcoat before mounting.
Picking a rocker kit
The four kits differ by placement and width. Two sit on the rocker below the door at different widths, one is a lower kit that rises from the door bottom, and one combines both. The data doesn't say which pairs best with which wheel or body trim, so compare photos or call.
Rear layout
If you're doing the hatch trim between the lights, the bezel, and the bumper accent too, hold every piece up with liners on and plan the spacing. Fit this trunk strip first, marking its line with painter's tape measured from both ends. Press from the center outward on a dry, mild day.
Care
Wait a few days before washing; mild soap and a soft cloth after.
Width preview
An inch and three-eighths across the lid. Tape out that width in the photographed spot before ordering.
Why stainless
For a matched car, check the finish on each of the twelve linked listings. A light scuff shows the same steel.
What it is
Decorative trim; not a factory replacement.
Part details
SKU RD53105, UPC 691821364237. With this many choices, a call to Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 can help.
RD53105 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD53105 |
| UPC | 691821364237 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1.375" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited |
Fitment: RD53105
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2013-2015 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Chevrolet Malibu Limited | 2016 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2013-2015 | 4-door, Sedan, Limited |
| Chevrolet Malibu Limited | 2016 | 4-door, Sedan, Limited |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the Chevrolet Malibu
- DH53105: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- PP53106: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RB53105: 1-piece Rear Bumper Trim Accent
- TH53105: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- TH53106: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- GC53105: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LP53105: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- PP53105: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
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: RD53105 Rear Deck Accent
Does RD53105 fit a 2016 Malibu Limited?
Yes. The fitment includes the Malibu Limited 2016 and the Malibu 2013-2015.
How wide is it?
1.375 inches.
What goes between the tail lights?
TP53105, a two-piece trunk hatch accent, 2.5 inches high by 1.875 inches wide.
How many rocker kits are there?
Four: TH53105, TH53106, TH53107, and TH53108.
How does it mount?
3M tape.
