Dorman 38424 Door Lock Striker Anti-Rattle Kit

Dorman 38424 Door Lock Striker Anti-Rattle Kit

Dorman 38424 is a specific-fit door lock striker anti-rattle kit made from plastic with a tan finish. It is designed to match the original hardware used to reduce or stop liftgate rattles on select Ford vehicles, including Ford Explorer and Ford Bronco applications.

Key Features

• Specific-fit replacement for select Ford liftgate applications
• Plastic construction with tan color for OE-style appearance
• Bolt-on attachment method for direct hardware replacement
• Engineered to restore proper striker contact and reduce noise
• Fits select 1983-2003 Ford models, including Explorer, Bronco, and Bronco II

Detailed Description

This Dorman door lock striker anti-rattle kit, part number 38424, is built to replace worn or missing striker components that can allow the liftgate to move, chatter, or rattle during driving. It is a specific-fit service kit for select Ford vehicles and is designed around original hardware dimensions for a proper fit at the liftgate. This part cross-references 384242 for the same application.

Compatible With select Ford liftgate applications such as Fits 1991-2001 Ford Explorer, Liftgate; Fits 1983-1996 Ford Bronco, Liftgate; Fits 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II, Liftgate; and Fits 2003 Ford Explorer Sport, Liftgate. The part number 38424 is also a useful reference when verifying the correct striker anti-rattle kit for these vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Liftgate rattling over bumps or rough roads
• Loose-feeling or noisy liftgate latch engagement
• Wear-related striker noise from aging hardware
• Improper striker contact caused by deteriorated bushings
• Restoring quieter operation on Ford Explorer, Bronco, and Bronco II liftgates

Installation Notes and Tips

This kit uses a bolt-on attachment method and is intended for direct replacement on the specified liftgate striker location. Confirm vehicle year, model, and liftgate application before installation. Compare the existing striker hardware and bushing shape to the included short and long bushings to verify the correct match for your application. The part number 38424 should be checked against the vehicle’s original striker assembly before service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this anti-rattle kit as a replacement service part engineered to match original hardware requirements for the listed Ford applications. Its OE-style fitment focus supports consistent repair results on compatible liftgate striker assemblies.