Product Description
Kia Sportage 2017-2022 Rear Hatch Window Set, 2-Piece Polished Stainless (RW17835)
RW17835 is a two-piece polished stainless rear window set for the Kia Sportage, 4-door SUV, model years 2017 through 2022. QAA files it in its rear hatch window set category, so the pieces trim the glass of the rear hatch.
A naming quirk
The included-items line reads "Sliding Rear Window Trim Accents," a name that also appears on QAA's pickup slider trim. The Sportage is listed as an SUV, and the title, category and part name all say rear hatch window set, so we treat that line as a catalog carry-over. The product photos show where the pieces actually go. If anything is unclear, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
Sportage years
2017 through 2022, 4-door SUV, with no trim restrictions in the record. A Sportage outside that window isn't on this listing.
The two pieces
Each is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, and lined with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. They go on over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface. No dimensions are listed; call if you need them.
Other pieces for the hatch
Two linked parts also go on the back: RD17835, a rear deck accent listed at 1 inch (on this SUV that's the hatch), and LB17835, an above-plate license bar also listed at 1 inch. Because all three sit near each other, tape them up together before peeling any liner and check the spacing from behind the vehicle.
Down the sides
The record links four pillar kits: PP17835 and PP17836, then PP17837 with front mirror pieces and PP17838 with both front mirror and front triangle pieces. AT17835 and AT17836 are body side accents for lower and upper fitment, and DH17836 is door handle accent trim. Check each listing for its finish.
Prep the hatch
Wash and dry the rear of the SUV, then wipe each mounting spot with a residue-free cleaner until a fresh cloth shows nothing. Avoid glass cleaner or detail spray on those areas beforehand.
Placing the two pieces
Hold both pieces up with liners on, compare to the photos, and measure each from a nearby landmark on the body. When they match, mark the outlines with painter's tape. Peel and press one piece end to end, then the other, and rub every edge. Dry, mild weather is best; see the Installation tab.
Top to bottom
Window set first, then the deck accent, then the license bar.
Why solid stainless
There's no chrome layer on polished 304, so it can't flake, and a mild polish restores the shine.
Care
Wait a few days to wash, then mild soap and a soft cloth. Aim a pressure washer away from the trim edges.
Install conditions
Work in shade with the hatch cool and dry, and let cleaned areas air-dry for a few minutes. Hot or damp surfaces weaken the first bond, which is the one that matters.
Decorative
The Sportage hatch and glass work as before, and nothing is replaced.
Sportage rear window set RW17835 has UPC 691821680252; phone Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RW17835 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RW17835 |
| UPC | 691821680252 |
| Part type | Rear Hatch Window Set |
| Pieces in kit | 2 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2017-2022 Kia Sportage |
Fitment: RW17835
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sportage | 2017-2022 | 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 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
- RD17835: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rear Hatch Window Set
- Unpack all 2 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- 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.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: RW17835 Rear Hatch Window Set
Is RW17835 for a sliding window?
The included-items line says so, but the Sportage is listed as an SUV and the title and category say rear hatch window set. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Which years fit?
The Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, 2017 through 2022.
How many pieces?
Two.
Is there a matching hatch accent?
Yes, RD17835 rear deck accent, listed at 1 inch, is linked.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
