Dorman 97948 Exterior Door Handle - Front Left

Chrome Exterior Door Handle for Honda

This Dorman exterior door handle is a direct replacement for the original front left handle on select Honda models. It is engineered to match the stock fit and appearance, with a chrome finish that aligns with the factory look on the listed applications.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 97948
• Exterior door handle with keyhole cover
• Plastic construction
• Chrome color and finish
• Lock cylinder not included
• Keys not included
• Linkage not included
• Painting not required

Detailed Description

Dorman 97948 is a replacement exterior door handle designed for specific Honda Pilot and Honda Accord applications. It matches the original handle’s fit and appearance for the front left door, making it a practical choice when the factory handle is worn, damaged, or no longer operating correctly. This part cross-references Honda OE number 72181T2AF71 for the same application.

Compatible With 2015-2022 Honda Pilot, front left, color: chrome. Compatible With 2013-2017 Honda Accord, front left, color: chrome. The chrome finish helps maintain the vehicle’s exterior appearance while the molded plastic construction supports a factory-style replacement profile.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Broken or cracked exterior door handle
• Peeling or faded chrome handle finish
• Handle that no longer matches the original exterior trim
• Damaged keyhole cover on the front left door
• Replacement need after wear from repeated use

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front left position before ordering. Compare the original handle and keyhole cover to confirm the chrome finish and OE-style shape match your application. Transfer any reusable components from the original assembly as needed, since lock cylinder, keys, and linkage are not included.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman replacement is engineered to match the fit and appearance of the original handle on the listed Honda applications. Part number 97948 is built as an OE-style exterior door handle replacement for repair-focused buyers who want a factory-like result without replacing the entire door assembly.