Dorman 82078 Interior Door Handle - Front Left or Rear Left

Interior Door Handle Replacement

Restore the look and function of a worn or broken interior door handle with this Dorman replacement. Part number 82078 is engineered to match the original fit and appearance on select Dodge, Chrysler, and Mitsubishi vehicles, with a gray housing and smooth silver lever for a factory-style finish.

Compatible With 2004-2012 Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, and Mitsubishi Raider applications in the listed front left and rear left positions. This Dorman 82078 interior door handle is a specific-fit replacement for vehicles that use a lockable, clip-on and screw-on handle design.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 82078
• Interior door handle for body and door repair
• Plastic construction with gray housing and smooth silver lever
• Lockable handle design
• Specific fit for select vehicle applications
• Clip-on and screw-on attachment type
• Package contents: 1 interior door handle

Detailed Description

Dorman 82078 is a replacement interior door handle built to match the stock handle’s fit and appearance on specific vehicle years, makes, and models. It is shaped as a rectangular handle with a gray housing and smooth silver lever, making it a practical choice when the original handle is cracked, loose, or no longer operates correctly. This part cross-references Chrysler OEM number 1MG651DBAA for the same application.

Fitment includes 2008-2012 Dodge Dakota front left, 2005-2007 Dodge Dakota front left and rear left, 2004, 2006, 2007, and 2008-2009 Dodge Durango front left or rear left as listed, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen front left or rear left, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider front left. Use the vehicle position and notes to confirm the correct application before ordering.

Common Problems It Can Solve

• Broken or cracked interior door handle
• Loose handle that no longer opens the door cleanly
• Worn finish that no longer matches the interior trim
• Handle failure from repeated use over time
• Difficulty operating the door from inside the cabin

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and door position before installation.
• Confirm the handle style matches the original gray/chrome plastic design.
• Transfer or reuse any vehicle-specific linkage or cable components as needed, since they are not included.
• Check the mounting points and attachment style against the original handle before securing the part.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered for direct-fit service on specific applications and are built to match original equipment form and function where listed. Part number 82078 is intended for the confirmed fitment shown above.