Citroën Relay III Rear Door Handle Right O/S Barn Door Exterior NU38013

Citroën Relay III Rear Door Handle Right O/S Barn Door Exterior is a component from the Locks and latches group, designed for the right-hand rear barn door of the van version. It enables secure and convenient opening and closing of the cargo area, maintaining factory functionality and ergonomics. This is a practical solution for users who intensively use their commercial vehicles in daily operations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: NU38013
• Mark: Citroën
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: NU38013
• Substitutable numbers: NU38013, 16 509 012 80, 1650901280
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Tailgate Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described handle is dedicated to the rear right side of the body, in the cargo door area. It is responsible for:

• mechanical control of the rear door lock,
• trouble-free opening and closing of the door leaf,
• maintaining the correct geometry of the locking mechanism operation. Thanks to its precise fit for the specific Citroën commercial model, the handle works with the existing lock mechanism without the need for any modifications to the door structure.

Construction and fitment for Citroën

As a component from the Locks and latches group, the handle has been designed for stable cooperation with the factory locking mechanism. The design provides for:

• proper mounting in the panel of the rear right door leaf,
• transferring hand force to the lock rods or levers,
• operation in conditions typical for commercial vehicle usage. Such fitment allows for maintaining consistency with the original body line and ensures repeatable, predictable operation during frequent use of the cargo area.

Operational characteristics and installation

The element has been prepared as a part intended for installation in place of the factory handle. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of using existing mounting points in the door,
• compatibility with the factory lock and latch system,
• maintaining a comfortable grip when opening the rear doors. The placement on the vehicle in the rear right part of the body facilitates clear identification of the correct component when planning repairs or replacement.

Practical application in commercial operation

In commercial vehicles, the rear door area is intensively used, which is why a functional handle has a direct impact on the comfort of daily work. Replacing a worn or damaged component with a properly selected handle allows you to:

• restore the correct operation of the opening mechanism,
• reduce the risk of problems with closing the door leaf,
• maintain the functionality of the cargo area at the expected level. For fleets and individual users, this means stable operation of the rear part of the body without unnecessary vehicle downtime. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cargo area locking zone in your Citroën and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, cylinders, or control levers, check the available parts in the Citroën Locks and latches category.