Product Description
Mazda CX-9 2016-2023 Rear Liftgate Accent, 5/8-Inch Polished Stainless (RD17725)
RD17725 is a one-piece rear accent for the Mazda CX-9 4-door SUV, listed for model years 2016 through 2023. The listing describes it as 5/8 inch wide. It is 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, and it mounts over the existing surface with 3M tape.
A note on the width
The product bullet says 5/8 inch, and the Specs tab shows the same 5/8" width. That is a slim line of stainless across the lid. Compare it with the photos, and call if you want it confirmed before ordering.
Eight model years
The fitment is written as 2016-23, meaning 2016 through 2023, for the 4-door SUV.
Placement
QAA names the part a rear deck accent. On the CX-9 it goes on the liftgate. At just over half an inch, it is a fine, understated line.
Linked CX-9 trim
- LP17725, a license plate bezel
- HT17725, a one-piece hood accent
- PP17725, PP17726, and PP17727, pillar kits in four, six, and eight pieces; the eight-piece kit includes the front triangle piece
- TH17725, a six-piece rocker insert kit for the side molding, with a tapered width from 2 1/8 to 2 5/8 inches
Front and back
The hood accent and this liftgate strip bookend the vehicle. If you are fitting both, it makes sense to pair them with the license bezel at the rear so the back is not left with only one thin line.
Material
26-gauge 304 stainless, polished to a mirror finish. The shine is the metal, not a plating.
Mounting
The CX-9 accent rests on the existing surface, held there by 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA says that tape will hold for a lifetime and leave the Mazda unmarked.
Prep for a thin strip
Narrow trim gets a narrow band of tape, so clean paint is everything. Wash and dry the gate, then wipe the line with a residue-free cleaner and keep your fingers off it.
Keeping it level
A fine line shows any slant. Dry-fit with the liner on, measure each end to the edges of the gate, and lay painter's tape as a straightedge. On a dry, mild day, peel the liner and press from the center outward. The Installation tab walks through it.
Care
Wait a few days before washing. Use mild soap and a soft cloth; avoid compounds and scouring pads, and dry the gate after rinsing.
Sorting the pillar kits
The four- and six-piece pillar kits have no coverage note in the data. Only the eight-piece kit says it includes the front triangle piece. If you want polish all the way to the front of the side glass, that is the one to look at.
Why stainless
Because 304 stainless gets its shine from the steel itself, there is no top layer to wear thin. The hood accent, bezel, and pillar kits for this CX-9 share the material, so they match.
Part details
SKU RD17725, UPC 840251603311. Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 to confirm the width or fit on your CX-9.
RD17725 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD17725 |
| UPC | 840251603311 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 5/8" |
| Coverage / notes | 5/8" width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2016-2023 Mazda CX-9 |
Fitment: RD17725
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-9 | 2016-2023 | 4-door,SUV |
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 2016-2023 Mazda CX-9
- PP17725: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP17726: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP17727: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH17725: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim
- HT17725: 1-piece Hood Accent Trim
- LP17725: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
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: RD17725 Rear Deck Accent
Which CX-9 does RD17725 fit?
The Mazda CX-9 4-door SUV, 2016 through 2023.
How wide is it?
The listing describes it as 5/8 inch wide. Call to confirm if needed.
Where does it mount?
On the liftgate. QAA calls it a rear deck accent.
Which pillar kit includes the front triangle?
PP17727, the eight-piece kit.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
