Give a worn door or tailgate hinge fresh pivot surfaces with this Dorman door hinge bushing assortment, part number 38374, supplied in four sizes and listed as both a Door Hinge Bushing and a Tailgate Hinge Bushing. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu, 1975-1985 Chevrolet Impala and 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Hinge bushings give the hinge pin a surface to pivot on, which lets the door or tailgate swing and helps the hinge hold its alignment. Depending on the application, this assortment is cataloged for front, rear, rear lower and rear cargo door hinge positions.
- Direct replacement: designed to replicate the original bushing's fit and function on the listed applications.
- Four sizes in one package: a door hinge bushing assortment covering four bushing sizes.
- Fatigue replacement: intended to replace an original bushing that has failed from fatigue.
- Quality construction: made from quality materials for dependable performance.
- Expert backing: supported by Dorman's U.S.-based product experts and more than a century of automotive experience.
Signs the hinge bushings may need replacing include a door or tailgate that sags, has up-and-down play at the hinge, or no longer lines up with the latch. A worn hinge pin or a bent hinge can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
Interchange: 4615311 · D1AZ6522841A · 20429500 · 9721917
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4615311, D1AZ6522841A, 20429500, 9721917
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a door hinge bushing do?
It gives the hinge pin a surface to pivot on, which lets the door or tailgate swing open and closed and helps the hinge hold its alignment.
What comes in Dorman 38374?
It is a door hinge bushing assortment with bushings in four sizes, packaged together.
Does it fit my 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes. The 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu is a listed application, as are the 1975-1985 Chevrolet Impala and the 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota, and the "Vehicles it fits" section lets you check your vehicle.
What are signs of worn door hinge bushings?
Signs include a door or tailgate that sags, has play at the hinge, or no longer lines up with the latch. A worn pin or a bent hinge can cause the same signs, so diagnose the cause first.
Is this a door hinge bushing or a tailgate hinge bushing?
It is listed under both names. It is cataloged for front, rear, rear lower and rear cargo door hinge positions, depending on the application.
