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Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. This ABS plastic tailgate handle has a keyed, steel tailgate lock, and includes 2 keys. The handle replaces your OEM handle. Great for tonneaus or camper shells.
Features:
Frustrate tailgate thieves and cargo bandits with this key-operated tailgate lock. Use the Pop & Lock with your truck-bed cover or camper shell whenever you need to lock up valuables in your truck bed.
Replace your existing factory tailgate handle with this ABS plastic tailgate handle that has a built-in lock. The lock mechanism is made of sturdy, armored steel to resist tampering. The black handle and trim around the lock complement your vehicle's trim and give you a straight-from-the-factory look. The lock is raised slightly for convenient key access and to help prevent your fingers from being pinched. And it installs easily using basic tools - no welding or drilling is necessary.
A new tailgate can cost you hundreds - the Pop & Lock saves you the cost and aggravation of replacing a stolen tailgate.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hey everyone, I'm Ellen here at etrailer.com, and we're going to be taking a look at the pop-and-lock tailgate locking handle. This is a direct replacement for your vehicle's tailgate handle, so you can have that locking function. It does come with two keys to get that unlocked, so it's going to keep it separate from the rest of your locking mechanism. It doesn't work with power locks. It's going to be a manually operated lock. But let's take a closer look at it and make sure that it's going to be the right fit for you.This is available in a lot of different colors, but this one in particular is the blue metallic, so it should match up with your vehicle.
And this fits the 2005 through 2015 Toyota Tacoma. So, as long as that Toyota Tacoma is that nice blue metallic, it should be a direct match for the OEM paint.Now it does include the handle mechanism here. This just works with your existing hardware in your Tacoma to get this operated. It does have a cutout. If you have a backup camera installed in your Tacoma, it should allow for that to still function.
And then again comes to those two keys and also some detailed instructions on how to get everything in place. They do have some pictures to make it a little easier to see what's going on. Something that I really like about this application is that there's no cutting or drilling that you have to do, no welding that's necessary, so it's a pretty straightforward simple install. You just need to get into that handle. So typically you can just have to drop down your tailgate, open up the back of it.
There should be some hardware or some small screws to undo, but pretty straight forward from there.The mechanism is made out of an ABS plastic for the handle, and the back of it has steel, so it's going to stay looking nice and also stay stable for many years to come. Again, this is going to be the blue metallic or blue ribbon metallic color, so that matches that factory paint. It is made in the USA and is covered by a one-year warranty.That's pretty much all there is to it for our look at the pop-and-lock custom tailgate handle. I hope this video has been helpful in deciding if this is the right one for you. Again, I'm Ellen here at etrailer.com.
Thanks for watching..
Ratings & Reviews
Jeff W.
10/12/2026
The product still performs as it did on day one. I’ve had no issues, I haven’t needed to make any adjustments, it has been solid and performed well. It was a great decision a year ago.
Jerred H.
10/12/2026
Michael
7/30/2021
Working good after a year. have had no problem with the product would recommend it for anyone.
Aden B.
8/21/2026
Still looks and works great. No complaints whatsoever. Definitely a must have if security is important to you.
Pamela
10/26/2025
My only complaint is that it is difficult to unlock. I have even had to use pliers to increase the grip on the key.
Andrew N.
10/27/2025
Me
6/17/2013
I think perhaps the bolts threaded size is 6mm not the required tool size
Nathaniel
9/23/2020
I’ve since sold said vehicle, but the lock worked out well!
Leonard
4/26/2021
Im still as pleased as I was when i first installed it. No problems so far, and im really not expecting any.
Bob E.
7/18/2018
Everything is fine! Whatever the problem was with removing the key has resolved itself and everything is good now! Looks and works well!
Bob
10/6/2016
I have had to remove the lock assembly and reinforce it with nylon wire ties to keep it working. It is DEFINITELY NOT as good as the OEM !
Ron
5/8/2024
After year, still working fine! On trips, it is nice to have the tailgate locked so anything in the bed is out of sight. Combined with a bed cover all is secure.
Thomas M.
12/31/2021
I will reach out to the manufacturer to see if there is a reason it was designed like this.
Mike S.
6/4/2020
Still working perfectly.
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Kate F.
1/28/2026
Install looks great Doug! Glad we had the right fit for you!