Dorman 97984 Exterior Door Handle - Front Left

Exterior Door Handle for Tacoma and Highlander

This Dorman exterior door handle is a direct replacement for the original front left handle on select Toyota models. It is engineered to match the stock fit and appearance while offering a repair option that costs less than a dealership replacement.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 97984
• Exterior door handle for the front left position
• Primed black finish with a matte appearance
• Plastic construction
• Painting required for color matching
• No lock cylinder, key pad, linkage, or keys included
• Cross-reference: Toyota OE numbers 692100E080C0 and 692170E030C0

Detailed Description

Dorman 97984 is a replacement exterior door handle built to match the original handle’s fit and appearance on specific Toyota applications. It is compatible with 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma, front left, and 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander, front left. The handle comes in primed black with a matte finish, so it can be painted to match the vehicle exterior after installation. For buyers searching for a Toyota Tacoma front left exterior door handle or a Toyota Highlander driver-side exterior handle replacement, this part number provides an OE-style repair solution.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or cracked exterior door handle
• Peeling, faded, or damaged original handle finish
• Handle that no longer opens the door smoothly
• Exterior trim damage from wear or impact
• Need for a replacement Toyota Tacoma or Highlander front left door handle

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, model, and front left position before ordering. This handle does not include a lock cylinder, key pad, linkage, or keys, so reuse existing components where applicable. Painting is required if you want a body-color match, and final fit should be checked before finishing the surface.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original equipment fit and appearance for specific applications. Part number 97984 is built for direct replacement use on the listed Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Highlander models.