Product Description
Ford F-150 2015-2017 Tailgate Accent with Logo Cut Out, 4-Inch Polished Stainless (RT55308)
RT55308 is a 4-inch polished stainless tailgate accent with a logo cut out, made for the Ford F-150 from 2015 through 2017, 2-door and 4-door pickups. It comes as one piece.
Three model years
The fitment window is short: 2015, 2016 and 2017. Trucks on either side of that span aren't covered by this listing, even if the tailgate looks alike. Check the door-jamb label for your model year. For a newer or older F-150, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and we'll point you to the right part.
The logo opening
The record notes "with logo cut out," meaning the accent is shaped so the badge on the tailgate shows through. The data doesn't give the size or shape of that opening, so compare the photos with your own tailgate. QAA also catalogs a solid, no-cutout 4-inch F-150 accent covering a longer year span; it isn't linked to this listing, so ask by phone if you'd rather cover the area.
What you get
One panel of 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror-polished, made in the USA, with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. It installs over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Lining up the badge
Start with the liner on. Slide the panel until the logo sits evenly in its opening, then mark the top edge and both ends with painter's tape. Peel from one end, set it to the marks, and press across steadily. Go around the opening edges with firm finger pressure, since that's where the tape strip is narrowest.
Surface prep
Wash and dry the tailgate. Wipe the footprint with a residue-free cleaner, switching cloths until one comes back clean. Leftover wax or protectant is the usual reason tape fails early, so don't apply any beforehand. A dry, mild day is the right time to install; see the Installation tab.
Linked F-150 parts
- SGR55308 "FORD" side step letter inserts, a set of two.
- WQ55308 wheel well accent trim, noted not to fit factory fender flares.
- WZ55308 and WZ55308-AP wheel well fender moldings, No Factory Flares.
- DH55312 tailgate handle cover, with camera access, noted not to work with the LED light.
Read each note against your truck, and check each listing for its finish.
Mock it up
Four inches is a substantial band. Lay painter's tape that wide where the photos put the accent and look at it from behind the truck before you commit. Call for the length if you want the preview exact.
Care
Hold off on washing for a few days, then mild soap and a soft cloth. A soft brush lifts dirt from the logo opening.
Why stainless on a tailgate
Tailgates get loaded, leaned on and sprayed with road grime. Polished 304 is solid steel through its full thickness, so a scuff shows more steel instead of a base layer, and a gentle metal polish can restore the shine years later.
Decorative
The tailgate keeps working exactly as before; this accent replaces nothing.
2015-2017 F-150 accent RT55308 has UPC 691821486137. Phone 877-752-3811 for Quality Automotive Trims.
RT55308 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RT55308 |
| UPC | 691821486137 |
| Part type | Tailgate Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 4" |
| Coverage / notes | With logo cut out |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2015-2017 Ford F-150 |
Fitment: RT55308
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2015-2017 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
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 2015-2017 Ford F-150
- SGR55308: 8-piece "FORD" Side Step Letter Inserts
- WQ55308: 12-piece Wheel Well Accent Trim
- WZ55308: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
- DH55312: 2-piece Tailgate Handle Cover
- DH55307: 1-piece Tailgate Handle Cover
- WZ55308-AP: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Accent Trim
- 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: RT55308 Tailgate Accent Trim
Does RT55308 fit a newer F-150?
No. The fitment is 2015 through 2017 only. Call 877-752-3811 for a newer truck.
Does it cover the tailgate logo?
No, it has a logo cut out so the badge shows through.
Is there a version without the cut out?
QAA catalogs a solid 4-inch F-150 accent, but it isn't linked to this listing. Call to ask.
How wide is it?
4 inches. Call for the length.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
