Standard Ignition DLA2218 Hood Latch Assembly

Hood Latch Assembly for Cadillac XT5

Standard Ignition DLA2218 is a hood latch assembly built for secure hood retention on select Cadillac XT5 models. It features a black metal finish, an oval female connector, and a 3-blade male terminal layout for the specified electrical connection.

Compatible with 2019-2023 Cadillac XT5 applications, this hood latch assembly supports direct replacement needs where the original latch no longer closes, releases, or signals correctly. Standard Ignition DLA2218 is also referenced by part number DLA2218 for catalog and interchange lookup.

Key Features

• Hood latch assembly for body and hood service
• Black finish with metal construction
• Oval female connector with 1 connector interface
• 3 male blade terminals for the listed application
• Fits 2019-2023 Cadillac XT5
• Product may differ in appearance and finish, but fit and function remain the same

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition DLA2218 is engineered as a replacement hood latch assembly for the Cadillac XT5 across the 2019-2023 model years. It is intended for vehicles that use the listed connector and terminal configuration, helping restore proper hood latching and release operation when the original unit is worn, damaged, or no longer functioning as expected. The part number DLA2218 is useful when matching the correct hood latch assembly for Cadillac XT5 service work.

This part cross-references Standard Ignition DLA2308 and DLA2316 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that will not latch securely
• Hood release concerns caused by a worn latch mechanism
• Electrical connection issues at the latch assembly
• Broken or corroded latch housing on the front body structure
• Fitment mismatches when replacing the original hood latch on a Cadillac XT5

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 2019-2023 Cadillac XT5 and compare the original latch assembly to the replacement part number DLA2218. Because product appearance and finish may differ, match the functional and connector details rather than relying only on visual appearance.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies replacement electrical and body components for service applications, and this hood latch assembly is cataloged to the specified fitment and interchange references for accurate parts matching.