Dorman 97781 Exterior Door Handle - Front Left or Front Right

OE-Style Exterior Door Handle Replacement

This Dorman exterior door handle is engineered to match the original fit and appearance on select Kia Forte, Forte5, and Forte Koup applications. It is a practical replacement for a worn, broken, or faded handle when you want a direct-style solution without dealership pricing. Part number 97781 is built for front left and front right positions on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 97781
• Exterior door handle for body and door repair
• Plastic construction with black matte finish
• Paint required for color matching on the vehicle
• Includes 1 exterior door handle and keyhole cover
• No lock cylinder, key pad, linkage, or keys included
• Cross-reference: 82651A7010, 82652A7020

Detailed Product Description

Dorman 97781 is a replacement exterior door handle designed to match the stock handle profile on specific Kia models. The black matte finish and plastic construction support a factory-style appearance, while the included keyhole cover helps restore the look of the original door assembly. This part is listed for 2014-2015 Kia Forte5 front left, 2016-2018 Kia Forte5 front right, 2014-2015 Kia Forte Koup front left, 2015-2016 Kia Forte Koup front right, 2014-2015 Kia Forte front left, 2016-2017 Kia Forte front right, 2017 Kia Forte Koup front left, and 2018 Kia Forte front left. If you are searching for a Kia Forte exterior door handle replacement or a Kia Forte5 front door handle, part number 97781 is the direct reference to use.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Cracked or broken exterior handle housing
• Faded, worn, or damaged handle finish
• Loose handle feel from age-related wear
• Missing or damaged keyhole cover
• Restoring the exterior look of a front door assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the door position, side, and model year before ordering, since this handle is specific to the listed Kia Forte, Forte5, and Forte Koup applications. Painting is required if you want the handle to match the vehicle color. Confirm that your vehicle does not require a lock cylinder, key pad, or linkage transfer with this part, because those items are not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original fit and appearance for specific vehicle applications. Part number 97781 is built as an OE-style exterior door handle replacement for the listed Kia models and positions.