Product Description
Chevrolet Silverado 2014-2018 and 2019 1500 LD Tailgate Trim with SILVERADO Logo Cut Out, 3.75-Inch Polished Stainless (RT54181)
RT54181 is a 3.75-inch polished stainless tailgate accent made with a cut out for the SILVERADO logo. It's one piece, and the record fits the Chevrolet Silverado from 2014 through 2018 plus the 2019 Silverado 1500 LD.
The 2019 detail
The title gives 2014-2018 and the 2019 Silverado 1500 LD, matching the fitment. One fitment row covers 2-door and 4-door pickups, and a second names the 4-door extended cab, 1500 LD model only. If you own a 2019 Silverado and aren't sure whether it's the LD, check your paperwork or call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 before ordering.
Built around the logo
The note reads "With cut out for SILVERADO logo." The accent is shaped so the tailgate lettering stays visible through it. The record doesn't give the size of the opening, so compare the product photos with your own tailgate, and line the panel up by the logo when you install it.
Specs
A single tailgate piece, 3.75 inches wide, in 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, fixed to the Silverado's current tailgate surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. According to QAA, the tape holds for a lifetime without harm.
Another tailgate option
The data also links TP54181, a two-piece tailgate accent for the same trucks. Its record doesn't give a width or describe its layout, so it can't be compared here beyond the piece count. Look at both listings' photos to decide which look you want, or call and ask.
Fitting it to the lettering
Hold the panel up with the liner on and slide it until the SILVERADO letters sit evenly inside the opening. Mark the top edge and both ends with painter's tape. Peel the liner starting at one end, set that end on your marks, and press across slowly. Go around the cut out edges with firm finger pressure. Install on a dry, mild day; the Installation tab goes step by step.
Clean surface, strong hold
Wash and dry the gate, then wipe the footprint with a residue-free cleaner, changing cloths until nothing comes off. Old wax or protectant left on the paint is the most common reason tape fails. Repair any peeling clearcoat first.
Linked Silverado trim
Other parts in the record include GC54181 gas door cover trim, SGR54181 bed rail letter inserts, and rocker kits TH54181, TH54184 and TH54185, which are tagged by cab and say NO Factory Molding. Read each tag against your truck, and check each listing for its finish. The SGR54181 entry's note mentions a different lettering set than its title, so call about that one.
Care
Wait a few days before washing. Use mild soap and a soft cloth; a soft brush helps around the lettering.
Decorative
The accent replaces no factory part, and the tailgate works the same.
The 3.75-inch Silverado tailgate trim is RT54181, UPC 691821376056. Questions to Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RT54181 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RT54181 |
| UPC | 691821376056 |
| Part type | Tailgate Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 3.75" |
| Coverage / notes | With cut out for SILVERADO logo |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado and 2019 Chevrolet Silverado (1500 LD) |
Fitment: RT54181
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2014-2018 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
| Chevrolet Silverado (1500 LD) | 2019 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2014-2018 | 4-door, Pickup Truck, Extended Cab, 1500 LD Model only |
| Chevrolet Silverado (1500 LD) | 2019 | 4-door, Pickup Truck, Extended Cab, 1500 LD Model only |
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 Chevrolet Silverado
- GC54181: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- SGR54181: 18-piece "CHEVROLET" Bed Rail Letter Insert Trim
- TH54181: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TH54184: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TP54181: 2-piece Tailgate Accent Trim
- TH54185: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
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: RT54181 Tailgate Accent Trim
Does RT54181 fit a 2019 Silverado?
Only the 2019 Silverado 1500 LD is listed. Call 877-752-3811 if you're unsure which 2019 you have.
Does it cover the SILVERADO lettering?
No, it has a cut out for the SILVERADO logo so the letters show through.
How wide is it?
3.75 inches, per the record.
What's the difference from TP54181?
TP54181 is a two-piece tailgate accent for the same trucks; its record gives no width. Compare the photos.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
