Dorman 79606 Tailgate Handle

Dorman 79606 Tailgate Handle

This Dorman tailgate handle is a direct replacement for worn or corroded rear gate handles on select Ford, Lincoln, and Ford Super Duty trucks. Built with a black plastic body and key lock hole, Dorman 79606 adds an extra gasket to improve sealing and help extend service life.

Key Features

• Direct replacement tailgate handle for factory-style fitment
• Black plastic construction with textured finish
• Key lock hole included; no key pad or keys included
• Additional gasket helps improve the seal against debris and moisture intrusion
• OE FIX design for a more durable repair than a basic replacement handle

Product Details

Dorman 79606 is a tailgate handle assembly for trucks and sport utility applications that use a keyed exterior handle. It is listed for 2004-2016 Ford F-150, 2008-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2008-2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2007-2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and select Lincoln Mark LT and Ford F-350 applications. This part cross-references Ford OE number 4L3Z9943400AAA for the same application. If you are replacing a broken or corroded Ford F-150 tailgate handle or a keyed handle on a Ford Super Duty, this part number 79606 is built for direct service replacement.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Broken or loose tailgate handle
• Corrosion around the handle area
• Debris or moisture intrusion at the handle opening
• Difficulty opening the tailgate from the exterior
• Worn textured finish or damaged keyed handle housing

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and whether the truck is equipped with a backup camera before ordering. This handle is listed for black, textured-finish applications with a keyhole and no backup camera on the covered Ford and Lincoln models. Compare the original handle shape and lock opening to confirm proper match before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman positions this OE FIX replacement to address a common failure point by improving the seal at the handle opening. The added gasket is intended to help reduce the effects of corrosion and debris exposure that often shorten tailgate handle life.