Dorman 963-208 Liftgate Object Sensor Retainer

Dorman 963-208 Liftgate Object Sensor Retainer

Dorman 963-208 is a nylon liftgate object sensor retainer built for direct replacement use on a wide range of GM vehicles. Its black finish and OE-style construction help restore secure retention where a worn or broken clip can leave trim, ducts, or sensor-related components loose.

For shoppers searching for a liftgate object sensor retainer for Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, or Buick Enclave applications, this part number 963-208 provides a straightforward replacement option with broad GM fitment coverage.

Key Features

• Constructed from nylon for dependable retention and long service life
• Black color for a clean OE-style appearance
• Multi-purpose retainer used across liftgate, trim, duct, shield, and baffle applications
• Direct replacement style for GM applications that call for this retainer design
• Cross-references GM OE part number 11589289 for the same application

Detailed Description

Dorman 963-208 is engineered as a replacement liftgate object sensor retainer that matches the function and versatility of the original equipment design. Built from quality nylon, it is intended to hold components securely in place while maintaining the fit and retention needed in exterior and interior body hardware applications. This part is used across many GM platforms, including Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Buick Enclave, as well as numerous Cadillac, Buick, and Chevrolet models spanning 1991-2022.

Because this retainer appears in multiple OE service applications, it is a practical choice when replacing a damaged clip on liftgate trim panels, air baffles, ducts, shields, and related body hardware. Part number 963-208 is also a useful search term for technicians and DIY repairers looking for a GM-style retainer with broad vehicle coverage.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Loose or missing liftgate trim retention points
• Broken sensor retainer clips after trim removal
• Rattles caused by unsecured ducts, shields, or baffles
• Poor panel alignment from damaged plastic retainers
• Failed OE-style fasteners on GM body hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original retainer shape, diameter, and application location before installation. This part is listed for multiple positions, including upper, lower, front, left, right, rear, and floor applications depending on vehicle and trim package. Compare the removed fastener to the replacement before pressing it into place, and inspect the mounting hole for damage or distortion that could affect retention.

For fitment-specific searches, this part is listed for applications such as Fits 2020-2022 Chevrolet Colorado, upper; Fits 2020-2022 GMC Canyon, upper; and Fits 2018-2019 Buick Enclave, liftgate object sensor retainer applications. Additional coverage includes many Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer models.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this retainer from quality materials to match the function and versatility of the original equipment part. The design supports consistent retention in OE-style service applications, and the part number 963-208 is backed by Dorman’s replacement-part engineering approach for GM body hardware.