Dorman 42444 Headlight Retainer

Headlight Retainer for Ford Super Duty

Dorman 42444 is a specific-fit headlight retainer engineered to match the original part’s fit and function on select Ford trucks and SUVs. Built from carbon steel with a silver finish, it provides a secure clip-on attachment for the headlamp housing on compatible applications.

• Specific-fit headlight retainer for OE-style replacement
• Carbon steel construction for dependable retention
• Clip-on attachment type with irregular shape for the correct housing interface
• Silver finish
• Designed for Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, and Ford Excursion applications

Detailed Fitment and Application

Compatible with 2004-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2004-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2004-2005 Ford Excursion, this Dorman 42444 headlight retainer is made to restore the original headlamp housing retention point. The part number 42444 is also referenced by OE number 4C3Z13N020AA for the same application. Its compact dimensions and clip-on design help it seat correctly in the headlight assembly where the original retainer has worn, bent, or broken.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Loose headlamp housing retention
• Broken or missing headlight retainer clip
• Improper headlight alignment caused by worn mounting hardware
• Rattling or shifting headlamp assembly
• Need for an OE-style replacement retainer on Ford Super Duty and Excursion models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before ordering. This part uses a clip-on attachment and does not include screws or other fasteners. Compare the original retainer to Dorman 42444 before installation to confirm the shape and fastener hole size match the existing headlamp housing.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this headlight retainer to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles and manufactures it from quality materials for reliable performance. For buyers searching for a Ford F-250 Super Duty headlight retainer, Ford F-350 Super Duty headlight retainer, or Ford Excursion headlamp housing retainer, Dorman 42444 provides a direct replacement option.