Autotecnica GM0816960 Hood Latch Assembly

Overview

Autotecnica hood latch assembly GM0816960 is a specific-fit replacement for a wide range of Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC applications. It is built to restore secure hood engagement, smooth opening and closing, and OE-style alignment.

Compatible with Chevrolet Impala, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Cadillac Escalade, and GMC Sierra and Yukon applications, this hood latch assembly uses a bolt attachment design and steel construction with a black corrosion-resistant finish.

Key Features

• Specific-fit hood latch assembly for direct replacement applications
• Steel construction with a corrosion-resistant black finish
• Bolt attachment design for secure mounting
• Engineered to align and support the hood to OE specifications
• Helps reduce hood vibration and restore consistent latch operation
• Part number GM0816960 for easy identification

Detailed Description

GM0816960 is a hood latch assembly designed for vehicles that need a replacement latch with OE-style fit and function. It is used on 2004-2016 Chevrolet Impala, 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu, 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2008-2014 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, 2008-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, 2008-2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, Silverado 3500, Suburban 1500, Suburban 2500, Tahoe, Cheyenne, Silverado 1500, 2008-2014 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, Sierra 3500 HD, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, 2008-2013 GMC Sierra, Sierra 1500, Yukon XL 2500, and 2014 Chevrolet Suburban applications. This part cross-references Autotecnica GM0816960 for the same application.

As a hood latch assembly for Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, as well as Chevrolet Impala and Cadillac Escalade models, it addresses worn latch components that can affect hood closure and alignment. The GM0816960 part number is useful when matching the correct replacement to the original equipment layout.

Common Uses

• Restores proper hood latching when the original latch is worn
• Helps correct hood vibration caused by a loose or fatigued latch
• Improves smooth hood opening and closing action
• Supports OE-style hood alignment after replacement
• Replaces a damaged latch assembly on Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This hood latch assembly uses a bolt attachment design and does not include a cable. Confirm the existing latch configuration and mounting points match GM0816960 before replacing the original part.

Quality Assurance

Autotecnica lists this hood latch assembly with guaranteed fitment and a 24 month unlimited mileage warranty. The steel construction and corrosion-resistant finish support long-term service in hood latch applications.