← Search Parts

Liftgate/Tailgate Actuator

Exterior Body Panels

Controls the opening and closing of the liftgate or tailgate automatically.

The liftgate or tailgate actuator uses an electric motor to automatically open or close the liftgate, providing convenience and hands-free access to the vehicle’s cargo area.

💵
Typical part cost
$200–$500🔒
🔧
Typical labor cost
$200–$400🔒
🛣️
Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
📅
Or about
7.0–10.0 years
🛠️
DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Liftgate/Tailgate Actuator is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Liftgate won’t open/close
Liftgate stuck
Poor liftgate operation
Motor not working

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Liftgate/Tailgate Actuator

No standard interval on file

Inspect Liftgate/Tailgate Actuator

No standard interval on file

Test Liftgate/Tailgate Actuator

No standard interval on file