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Dorman 81766 Interior Door Handle - Rear Left
Interior Door Handle for Rear Left
This Dorman interior door handle is a direct replacement for the rear left door on select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models. It is built to match the original fit and appearance while giving you a practical repair option for a worn or broken handle.
- Brand: Dorman
- Part Number: 81766
- Specific fit for rear left door applications
- Plastic construction with beige finish and chrome lever
- Lockable handle design
- Clip-on and screw-on attachment type
- Replacement for OE-style interior door handle fit and appearance
OE-Style Replacement Details
Dorman 81766 is engineered for specific vehicle years, makes, and models, with dimensions and shape intended to align with the original interior handle layout. The rectangular design, beige color, and chrome lever help restore the look of the cabin door trim on 2008-2012 Ford Escape and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner rear left doors. This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 81766 and OE number 8L8Z7822601BE for the same application.
Common Repair Uses
- Broken or cracked interior door handle
- Handle that no longer opens the rear left door properly
- Worn finish that no longer matches the original interior trim
- Loose handle mounting at the door panel
- Replacement after plastic handle failure
Installation Notes
Fits 2008-2012 Ford Escape, rear left. Fits 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner, rear left. This handle uses clip-on and screw-on attachment points and does not include mounting hardware, cable, or linkage. Verify the beige/camel and chrome lever style against the original handle before installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original equipment fit and appearance for specific applications. Part number 81766 is a vehicle-specific interior door handle replacement for targeted Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner rear left applications.
| Brand | Dorman |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 81766 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Length | 6.2 |
| Color | Beige |
| Color | Chrome lever |
| Lockable | Yes |
| Thickness | 2.3 |
| Attachment Type | Clip-on and screw on |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Universal Or Specific Fit | Specific |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Cable Included | No |
| Linkage Included | No |
| Package Contents | 1 interior door handle |
This part fits 9 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ford | Escape | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2011 | Ford | Escape | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2011 | Mercury | Mariner | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2010 | Ford | Escape | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2010 | Mercury | Mariner | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2009 | Ford | Escape | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2009 | Mercury | Mariner | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2008 | Ford | Escape | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mariner | Rear Left | Camel/Chrome; Plastic; Packaging Type: Box |
* 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:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.