Give your rear door latch a solid point to catch with the Dorman - HELP door lock striker, part number 38442, a Dorman door lock striker bolt with a 7/16 in.-14 thread for the rear door position. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van and 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
The striker is the fixed bolt the door latch closes around to hold the door shut. A bent, worn or damaged striker can leave the door failing to latch, rattling, or needing extra force to close. These are signs this part may need replacing.
- Direct replacement: Designed to fit and work like the original striker on the listed applications, and engineered for durability and dependable performance.
- Replaces a damaged striker: A replacement choice when the original striker has been damaged in a collision or worn out by fatigue.
- Durable construction: Made from quality materials for reliable performance.
- Trustworthy quality: Backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.
- Thread size: 7/16 in.-14.
If a worn or damaged striker is why your rear door will not latch properly, this Dorman door striker replaces it. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct installation, alignment and torque.
Interchange: 4330255 · 55074543 · 384422
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4330255, 55074543, 384422
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a door lock striker do?
It is the fixed bolt the door latch catches on when the door closes, holding the door shut. The 38442 is intended for the rear door position on the listed applications.
What thread size is the Dorman 38442 striker bolt?
The 38442 is a door striker bolt with a 7/16 in.-14 thread.
Does it fit the 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van?
Yes. It is listed as a direct-fit replacement for the 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van and 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for other vehicles.
What are signs a door striker may need replacing?
Signs include a door that won't latch, pops open, rattles or takes extra force to close, or a striker that looks bent or worn. Diagnose first, since the latch or door alignment can also be the cause.
How is the door striker installed?
The striker bolt threads into place. Follow the vehicle service information for removal, alignment and torque specifications.
