Tailgate Theft Protector for 2016+ Tacoma, CNC-Cut Stainless Steel Design with No-Drill Installation

This tailgate theft protector for the 2016+ Tacoma blocks access to the vulnerable hinge area to help deter tailgate theft. Its purpose-built, bolt-on design adds a physical barrier without drilling or cutting your truck.

CNC-cut stainless steel construction and two high-strength security screws provide a straightforward security upgrade. Select the version for your Tacoma generation, then choose raw or powdercoat black finish. This protector does not work with power liftgates.

Features

• Blocks access to the vulnerable tailgate hinge area
• CNC-cut stainless steel construction
• Bolt-on installation with no drilling or cutting
• Two high-strength security screws
• Made in the USA
• Generation-specific versions and raw or powdercoat black finishes

Specifications

• Product type: Tailgate theft protector
• Material: CNC-cut stainless steel
• Third-generation fitment: 3rd Gen Tacoma (2016–2023), when the matching generation is selected
• Fourth-generation fitment: 4th Gen Tacoma (2024+), when the matching generation is selected
• Finishes: Raw or powdercoat black
• Security hardware: Two high-strength security screws
• Installation: Bolt-on; no drilling or cutting
• Country of manufacture: USA
• Compatibility restriction: Does not work with power liftgates

Frequently Asked Questions

Which version should I select for my Tacoma?

Choose the 3rd Gen version for a 2016–2023 Tacoma or the 4th Gen version for a 2024+ Tacoma. Each generation has raw and powdercoat black finish variants.

Does installing this tailgate protector require drilling?

No. This Tacoma tailgate theft protector uses a bolt-on installation without drilling or cutting.

Will this protector work with a power liftgate?

No. This tailgate theft protector does not work with power liftgates.

How does the protector help deter tailgate theft?

The protector blocks access to the Tacoma's vulnerable tailgate hinge area and uses two high-strength security screws. It adds a physical barrier at that access point.