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Part #: 79821

Dorman 79821 Exterior Door Handle - Front Left

Front Left
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Fitment: Honda, CR-V and Civic
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Exterior Door Handle Replacement

This Dorman exterior door handle is a direct-style replacement for specific Honda CR-V and Honda Civic models. It is built to match the original handle’s fit and appearance while keeping repair costs lower than a dealership replacement.

  • Brand: Dorman
  • Part number: 79821
  • Exterior door handle for the front left position
  • Plastic construction with a smooth black finish
  • Key lock hole included
  • No keys included
  • No key pad and no key pad cutout
  • Package contents: exterior door handle

Fitment Details

Compatible with 2012-2016 Honda CR-V, front left, and 2012-2015 Honda Civic, front left. This Dorman 79821 handle is shaped for the original exterior handle location and is listed for vehicles without passive entry.

Product Overview

Dorman 79821 is engineered as a replacement exterior door handle for the front left door on select Honda applications. The smooth black plastic finish and OE-style profile help restore the look of the original handle while maintaining the correct mounting and lock-hole layout. For shoppers searching for a Honda CR-V front left exterior door handle or a Honda Civic front left door handle replacement, this part number provides a direct-reference option.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 79821 and OE reference 72144TR0A11ZD for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

  • Broken or cracked exterior door handle
  • Handle that no longer opens the door properly
  • Worn finish that no longer matches the vehicle
  • Missing or damaged lock-hole trim on the original handle
  • Replacement for a front left Honda CR-V or Honda Civic door handle

Installation Notes

Verify front left fitment before ordering and confirm your vehicle does not use passive entry. Transfer any required vehicle-specific components from the original handle if applicable to your application. Check the lock-hole configuration and finish match before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs replacement parts to match original fit and appearance on specific vehicle applications. Part number 79821 is listed for direct replacement use on the confirmed Honda CR-V and Honda Civic fitments shown above.

BrandDorman
Part Number79821
ColorSmooth Black
Key Lock HoleYes
Key PadNo
Key Pad CutoutNo
Keys IncludedNo
MaterialPlastic
Package ContentsExterior Door Handle

This part fits 9 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2016HondaCR-VFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2015HondaCivicFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2015HondaCR-VFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2014HondaCivicFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2014HondaCR-VFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2013HondaCivicFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2013HondaCR-VFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2012HondaCivicFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.
2012HondaCR-VFront LeftExterior door handle in box packaging, painted to match, made of plastic material, does not have passive entry feature.

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

72144TR0A11ZD79821

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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