Dorman Liftgate Lock Actuator

Dorman Liftgate Lock Actuators: Restoring Power Locking Reliability

When a vehicle's liftgate lock actuator fails, the result is more than an inconvenience — it means losing the ability to remotely secure or release the tailgate, a feature modern SUV, crossover, and van owners rely on daily. Dorman has built a focused lineup of liftgate lock actuators designed to restore that functionality with the fit and performance characteristics drivers expect from a quality replacement part.

Two Actuator Configurations to Match Your Vehicle

Dorman's liftgate lock actuator catalog covers two distinct engineering configurations, reflecting the real-world diversity found across vehicle platforms:

• Non-Integrated Door Lock Actuators (746-series) – Standalone actuator motors for vehicles where the lock mechanism and latch assembly are separate components. Part numbers such as 746-003, 746-015, 746-258, 746-263, 746-842, and 746-848 are vehicle-specific and engineered to match the geometry of the original unit.
• Integrated Door Latch Actuators (931-series) – For platforms where the actuator is built into a combined latch assembly, Dorman offers integrated solutions such as part numbers 931-107 and 931-299, providing a complete drop-in replacement rather than requiring the purchase of the full OEM assembly.

How Dorman Approaches the Replacement

Each Dorman liftgate lock actuator is engineered to provide the same fit and function of the original actuator on specific vehicle years, makes and models, and has undergone try-on and cycle testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life. This kind of validation matters especially for power locking components, which must complete thousands of locking and unlocking cycles over a vehicle's lifespan.

For over 100 years, Dorman has been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money. Their always-evolving catalog covers cars, trucks, and specialty vehicles, from chassis to body, from underhood to undercarriage, and from hardware to complex electronics. The liftgate actuator lineup sits squarely within that broader mission of making vehicle repairs accessible and affordable.

Repair professionals and vehicle owners are often frustrated when trying to fix vehicles using original equipment — original manufacturers don't always provide parts that minimize cost and installation time, or maximize future reliability. That's where Dorman steps in with products that solve these common repair problems. In the liftgate lock category, that means offering individual actuator units rather than forcing owners to source — and pay for — a full latch-and-lock assembly from a dealership.

What to Consider When Shopping Liftgate Lock Actuators

Because liftgate lock actuators are highly vehicle-specific, always confirm compatibility by year, make, model, and body style before purchasing. Dorman's part numbers are designed around exact-application fitment, so selecting the correct SKU is essential for a proper installation. Pay attention to whether your vehicle uses a non-integrated actuator motor or an integrated latch-actuator assembly — these are not interchangeable, and Dorman's two product series address each type distinctly. A direct replacement liftgate lock actuator restores the ease and convenience of remotely locking or unlocking your vehicle tailgate, returning the power liftgate lock to proper operation.