Dorman - HELP Tailgate Handle P/N:81214
Replace a cracked or broken outside handle with this Dorman tailgate handle, part number 91133, an exterior replacement designed to match the original handle's fit and function. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500 and 1999-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
The exterior handle is the part you pull to release the tailgate latch, so a broken one can leave the tailgate stuck closed. If the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tailgate handle on your truck has snapped or no longer operates the latch, this Dorman part is built to take its place as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications.
Interchange: 15188001CH · 15997911CH
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Will this Dorman part work as a Chevy Silverado 1500 tailgate handle?
Yes. It is listed as a direct-fit replacement for the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and the Buyer's Guide tab shows the other listed trucks.
Does it also fit the GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
Yes. It is listed for the 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 1999-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500; the full list of applications is in the Buyer's Guide tab.
What does an exterior tailgate handle do?
It is the outside handle you pull to operate the tailgate latch release so the tailgate can be opened. This part replaces the original exterior handle.
What are signs the tailgate handle may need replacing?
A cracked or broken handle, one that feels loose, or one that moves without releasing the tailgate may mean it needs replacing. Latch problems can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing.
How is this tailgate handle installed?
It installs in place of the original exterior handle. Follow your vehicle's service information for the removal and installation steps and for the correct fasteners.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.