Product Description
Kia Sportage 2017-2022 Liftgate Accent, 1-Inch Stainless to Match the License Bar (RD17835)
RD17835 is one strip of polished 304 stainless steel for the back of the Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, model years 2017 through 2022. It is 1 inch wide, made in the USA, and installs over the existing surface with 3M tape.
Matched widths at the rear
LB17835, the license bar above the plate, is also listed at 1 inch wide. Fitting both gives the Sportage's gate two parallel strips of the same width.
Six model years
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. Check yours before ordering.
The liftgate location
QAA's name for the part is rear deck accent. On this SUV it is meant for the liftgate.
Rear window accents
RW17835 is listed as a two-piece sliding rear window trim accent set. That is the other rear part linked to this Sportage besides the license bar.
Pillar kits that say what they cover
- PP17835, four pieces
- PP17836, six pieces
- PP17837, eight pieces, including the front mirror pieces
- PP17838, ten pieces, including the front mirror pieces and the front triangle pieces
Body side choices
AT17835 and AT17836 are both four-piece body side molding accents, 1 inch wide. The difference in the data: AT17835 is the lower fitment and AT17836 is the upper fitment. DH17836 is a four-piece door handle accent.
One-inch theme
With the deck accent, the license bar, and both AT kits all at 1 inch, a Sportage can carry the same width of line along the sides and across the back.
Material
26-gauge 304 stainless, mirror polished. No plating to peel or flake.
Mounting
The Sportage's 1" strip goes on top of the existing liftgate finish with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. According to QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Kia.
Prep
Wash and dry the gate, then wipe the footprint with a residue-free cleaner. If the liftgate has been waxed, wipe a second time. Repair chips first and let the touch-up cure.
Install
Dry-fit with the liner on and compare to the photos. Measure from each end to the gate edges and lay painter's tape on the line. On a dry, mild day, peel and press from the center outward. Then fit the license bar below it, measuring down at each end so the two stay parallel. The Installation tab has the details.
Care
Wait a few days to wash. Mild soap and a soft cloth, and no rubbing compound or abrasive pads on the polish.
Planning the order
A sensible sequence is the rear first, with this accent and the license bar, then the rear window accents, then the sides. Doing the back first gives you a feel for the tape and dry-fitting on the simplest pieces before you move to the longer side kits.
Before ordering
Confirm the year range and the SUV body, then decide on the AT kit by comparing upper and lower photos with your doors.
Part details
RD17835 is listed under UPC 691821431212. For help choosing between the AT kits, phone Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RD17835 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD17835 |
| UPC | 691821431212 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2017-2022 Kia Sportage |
Fitment: RD17835
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sportage | 2017-2022 | 4-door, SUV |
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 2017-2022 Kia Sportage
- PP17835: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP17836: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP17837: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP17838: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
- DH17836: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- AT17835: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- AT17836: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- RW17835: 2-piece Rear Hatch Window Set
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: RD17835 Rear Deck Accent
Which Sportage fits RD17835?
The Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, 2017 through 2022.
How wide is it?
1 inch, the same as the LB17835 license bar.
What is the difference between AT17835 and AT17836?
AT17835 is the lower fitment and AT17836 is the upper fitment.
Which pillar kit includes the front triangle pieces?
PP17838, the ten-piece kit.
How does it mount?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
