Replace a stripped liftgate release motor gear without buying an entire new motor with the Dorman OE Solutions Liftgate Latch Release Motor Gear Repair Kit / Power Liftgate Drive Gear, part number 926-097. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2007-2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2007-2009 GMC Acadia. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
When the gear inside a liftgate release motor strips out, the only original equipment fix is a complete new motor. This Dorman OE FIX kit lets you replace just the gear and keep the rest of the motor assembly. The part is listed under both names above.
- Direct replacement: this liftgate motor gear is an exact match for the original gear.
- Money-saving repair: a stripped or broken liftgate gear can be replaced without replacing the entire motor assembly.
- Durable materials: made from quality polymers to match the original equipment specs.
- Vehicle tested: the gear has been through extensive on-vehicle testing.
Signs this gear may need replacing include a release motor that runs or buzzes but no longer moves the latch, or grinding or clicking from the motor. Other faults can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause first. If a stripped gear is the cause, this kit replaces it.
Interchange: 25889603 · 25924812 · DLA1441
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
25889603, 25924812, DLA1441
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Dorman 926-097 repair kit do?
It supplies a replacement drive gear for the liftgate latch release motor. A stripped or broken gear can be replaced while the rest of the motor assembly is kept.
Which vehicles does the 926-097 fit?
It fits many vehicles, including the 2007-2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2007-2009 GMC Acadia. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your exact vehicle.
What is the replacement gear made of?
Dorman makes it from quality polymers to match the original equipment specs, and it is designed as an exact match for the original gear.
Do I need to replace the whole liftgate release motor?
Not if the gear is the only failed part. This kit is designed to let you replace just the gear and keep the rest of the motor assembly.
What are signs the liftgate motor gear may be stripped?
A release motor that runs or buzzes without moving the latch, or grinding or clicking from the motor, can be signs this gear may need replacing. Other faults can cause similar signs, so diagnose the cause first.
