{"id":"DCD-10001556464","sku":"DCD-10001556464","display_title":"Stainless Steel Tailgate Lock Protector","title":"Mid-Size Pickup Truck Tailgate Lock Protector Vehicle-Specific Stainless Steel Tailgate Lock Protector Screw-on for Work Vehicles, Daily Driving","description":"Product Identity: This vehicle accessory is a precision-engineered stainless steel tailgate lock protector built specifically for 2016–2023 Mid-Size Pickup Truck models for a tailored, factoryexact-match fit.\nCore Function: Acting as a tailgate lock cover, it defends the vulnerable tailgate lock area from tampering attempts and helps block unauthorized access to your truck bed cargo.\nForm and Make: The formed plate features a rectangular upper section with two mounting openings, a folded multi-section body, rounded edges, and a semicircular lower cutout shaped to fit cleanly around existing tailgate hardware.\nInstallation Hardware: This tailgate lock protector with security screws includes two tamper-resistant security screws plus a custom locking tool for straightforward screw-on installation and controlled removal when needed.\nUsage Scenario: Designed as a practical tailgate lock protector upgrade, it supports daily driving, work vehicle duty, camping trips, and outdoor adventures by adding a low-profile layer of security without altering your truck’s appearance.\n\nIf you own a 2016–2023 Mid-Size Pickup Truck, adding a dedicated security upgrade to your tailgate lock area is one of the most practical steps you can take to guard your truck bed and the gear inside of This vehicle accessory is a precision-engineered stainless steel tailgate lock protector built specifically for your pickup model model, so it aligns cleanly with existing body lines and hardware without the gaps or ill-fitting fit that universal guards often produce. Acting as a tailgate lock cover, its primary job is to guard the vulnerable tailgate lock area from direct tampering attempts. By covering the lock mechanism with a rigid metal barrier, it raises the difficulty of unauthorized access significantly, giving youhigher peace of mind whether your truck is parked on a city street, at a job site, or at a remote trail entry point. The formed plate is thoughtfully shaped for both function and fit. It features a rectangular upper section with two mounting openings, a folded multi-section body that adds structural rigidity, smoothly rounded edges for handling, and a semicircular lower cutout contoured to wrap neatly around your existing tailgate hardware. Every bend and opening is corresponding to the pickup model’s tailgate layout, so installation sits flush and looks intentional rather than tacked on. This tailgate lock protector with security screws comes complete with two tamper-resistant security screws and a custom locking tool, making the screw-on installation process straightforward while still deterring casual removal by a third party without the proper tool. You can install it in minutes with basic setup, and the included bit means you’ll always be able to remove the protector yourself if future tailgate service is needed. Whether you use your pickup model as a daily driver, a hardworking work vehicle, a camping companion, tailgate lock cover for outdoor adventures, this practical tailgate lock protector upgrade delivers a low-profile, clean-looking security layer that fits right into your lifestyle. It doesn’t call out for attention or disrupt your truck’s styling — it simply adds a subtle-layer of fortification exactly where you need it particularly\n\nOption: Black","category":{"slug":"cycling-garage","label":"Garage & Ride","google_path":"Vehicles & Parts > Vehicle Parts & Accessories"},"product_category":"Vehicles & Parts > Vehicle Parts & Accessories","brand":"SuntekStore","condition":"new","price":"19.29 USD","price_amount":"19.29","currency":"USD","price_valid_until":"2026-10-31","tax":"US sales tax calculated at checkout (prices exclude tax)","availability":"in_stock","inventory_quantity":20,"max_quantity_per_order":10,"shipping":"US:ALL:Standard Shipping:11-21:0.00 USD","delivery_days":{"min":11,"max":21,"unit":"calendar_days_from_order","handling_business_days_max":4},"estimated_delivery":{"if_ordered_on":"2026-10-01","earliest":"2026-10-12","latest":"2026-10-22"},"ships_to":["US"],"shipping_cost":"0.00 USD","return_window_days":30,"return_policy":{"window_days":30,"window_starts":"delivery","condition":"unused, in original packaging","return_shipping_paid_by":"customer (we pay if the item is damaged, defective or not as described)","refund_method":"original payment method","refund_within_business_days_of_receipt":5,"how":"https://suntekstore.com/contact/ with the order number","url":"https://suntekstore.com/returns/"},"package_dimensions_cm":[24.0,12.0,5.0],"weight_g":420.0,"material":"Stainless Steel","package_includes":"Tailgate Lock Protector ×1, Screws ×2, Specialized Bit ×1","product_dimensions_cm":[20.0,6.5,3.5],"specifications":[{"name":"Compatibility","value":"2016–2023 Mid-Size Pickup Truck"},{"name":"Design","value":"Formed plate with rectangular upper section, two mounting openings, folded multi-section body, rounded edges, and semicircular lower cutout"},{"name":"Function","value":"defends the tailgate lock area and helps deter unauthorized access"},{"name":"Installation","value":"screw-on"}],"image_link":"https://suntekstore-img.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/p/66/661b6f1cea6a93849684c2560611688aa792f75e.jpg","additional_image_link":["https://suntekstore-img.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/p/67/67a62a8b7a5ed605aed3e87884798bb257c58ca6.jpg","https://suntekstore-img.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/p/f0/f060c1ca8c4e7ec7a69b9bfa8aee5ac75eaf3c47.jpg","https://suntekstore-img.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/p/da/dac3ca8c768913c18e306d3c431d770d2ef0fe6a.jpg","https://suntekstore-img.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/p/ee/ee2023a8cd6bb01c40ec51ab4ba3e1e3b896957a.jpg"],"thumbnail_link":null,"link":"https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001556464/","markdown_url":"https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001556464.md","json_url":"https://suntekstore.com/products/DCD-10001556464.json","buy_url":"https://suntekstore.com/buy/DCD-10001556464?qty=1","prop65_warning":null}