Range Rover L405 Trunk Tailgate Striker Boot Lid Catch Left N/S CPLA-431E72-AC

The Range Rover L405 Tailgate Latch Bolt is an original part from the tailgates and rears category, designed for precise latching of the tailgate in Land Rover vehicles. It ensures secure tailgate closure, stable lock guidance, and proper cooperation with the factory trunk opening and closing mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: CPLA-431E72-AC
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: CPLA-431E72-AC
• Substitutable numbers: LR034345, CPLA431E72AC, CPLA-431E72-AC
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and Function in Range Rover L405

The Range Rover L405 Tailgate Latch Bolt is responsible for mechanically locking the tailgate in the closed position and for the correct guidance of the lock striker. A properly selected latch:

• stabilizes the tailgate during driving, eliminating unwanted play and rattles,
• ensures correct lock positioning relative to the tailgate and body,
• supports the sealing of the rear body, which limits the ingress of noise and dirt into the cargo area.

This part is structurally adapted to the Range Rover L405 platform, making it easy to install in place of the factory latch without the need for modifications.

Construction and Tailgate Fitment

The tailgate latch bolt is designed as a component that works with the factory lock and tailgate hinges. The construction includes:

• a shaped working surface that guides the lock striker during closing,
• mounting points matching factory holes in the body, allowing for plug-and-play installation,
• a rigid support base that maintains closing geometry even with frequent opening and closing of the tailgate.

Such a precise fit is particularly important in Range Rover class vehicles, where quiet tailgate operation, repeatable closing, and maintaining interior acoustic comfort are expected.

Benefits of Using an Original Land Rover Latch

Choosing an original tailgate latch bolt for the Range Rover L405 allows you to maintain the factory operating parameters of the rear body. Key benefits include:

• compatibility with the factory lock and hinges – no need for fitting or modifying adjacent components,
• maintaining predictable tailgate behavior when driving over uneven surfaces,
• consistency with the original Land Rover body construction, which facilitates potential adjustments after installation.

This part from the tailgates and rears category is particularly important for the safety of transported cargo and everyday vehicle comfort.

Condition and Application in Vehicle Service

The Range Rover L405 tailgate latch bolt in the presented configuration is a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, body service, or replacement of worn tailgate mechanism components. A used OEM part allows for maintaining:

• factory fitment with the body without the risk of inaccuracies typical of aftermarket parts,
• compliance with original mounting points,
• an optimal cost-to-functionality ratio compared to new parts.

Related Land Rover Tailgates and Rears

If you also need other parts from the Land Rover tailgates and rears category, check out our dedicated offer: Land Rover tailgates and rears. This will help you easily assemble a set of parts necessary for a complete repair of the rear body.

Technical Support and Service Knowledge

For comprehensive body and associated system repairs, it is also worth ensuring the proper condition of mechanical and thermal components. Additional information on the impact of engine operating temperature on component durability can be found in the article: Engine Cooling System – Overheating, Repair, and Used Radiators. This is a practical supplement to your knowledge when planning broader service work on your car.