Kia Soul EV Tailgate Lock Assembly Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(4,502)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(4,502)

Tailgate Lock Assembly Replacement Service

How much does a Tailgate Lock Assembly Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Kia Soul EV Tailgate Lock Assembly Replacement is $229 with $89 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2015 Kia Soul EVElectricService typeTailgate Lock Assembly ReplacementEstimate$332.56Shop/Dealer Price$380.55 - $516.42
2017 Kia Soul EVElectricService typeTailgate Lock Assembly ReplacementEstimate$323.55Shop/Dealer Price$369.77 - $504.32
2018 Kia Soul EVElectricService typeTailgate Lock Assembly ReplacementEstimate$323.55Shop/Dealer Price$369.80 - $504.36
2016 Kia Soul EVElectricService typeTailgate Lock Assembly ReplacementEstimate$323.55Shop/Dealer Price$369.80 - $504.36
Show example Kia Soul EV Tailgate Lock Assembly Replacement prices

What is the Tailgate Locking Assembly all about?

A tonneau cover can be installed to cover your possessions in the truck bed, and a tailgate locking assembly can be used to lock the tailgate closed. Manufacturers may use a manual key-operated lock, power locking tailgate, or no locking device at all. When a tailgate lock is in place, there are mechanical components that firmly latch the tailgate handle. When the tailgate locking assembly is faulty, the tailgate lock cylinder with either not turn, or will turn without changing the lock position. If a power tailgate locking assembly is faulty, pressing the lock or unlock function will not change the lock position either.

Keep in mind:

  • The tailgate locking assembly can be mechanically operated with a key, opened by pushing a button on the car’s inside, or accessed remotely by an incorporated electronic actuator.

How it's done:

  • The tailgate is lifted and inside cover is removed for access
  • The defective tailgate locking assembly is removed
  • The new tailgate locking assembly is installed
  • The tailgate inside cover is reinstalled
  • The rear tailgate is opened and closed to check locking assembly operation

Our recommendation:

Mechanical or key-operated tailgate locks can and should be lubricated every service interval to prevent corrosion and seizing. The lock should last the lifetime of your vehicle if properly lubricated and cleaned. If your liftgate locking assembly is not working as it should, have one of our expert mechanics inspect and repair it.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Tailgate Locking Assembly?

  • Tailgate lock cylinder will not turn
  • Tailgate lock does not latch in place when the cylinder is locked
  • Power lock control for the tailgate makes a buzzing sound but doesn’t lock (or unlock) the latch

How important is this service?

As it is not a critical component to your vehicle’s operation, the tailgate locking assembly does not have to be repaired until you are prepared to do it. The contents of your truck box will not be secured until it is fixed.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Kia mechanics

Real customer reviews from Kia owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(4,502)

Rating Summary
4,291
109
23
10
69
4,291
109
23
10
69

Michael

28 years of experience
672 reviews
Michael
28 years of experience
Kia Sorento V6-3.3L - Tailgate Locking Assembly - Chandler, Arizona
Great

Nickolas

7 years of experience
54 reviews
Nickolas
7 years of experience
Kia Sportage V6-2.7L - Alternator - Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Nick, did a great job. We ran into a few unexpected issues while replacing the alternator. I want to commend Nick he stay on the job and finished about 7:30 PM. He worked past his regular finishing time to complete my job. I'd strongly recommend you schedule Nick for your job!

H

27 years of experience
828 reviews
H
27 years of experience
Kia Soul L4-2.0L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front) - Menlo Park, California
Very knowledgeable professional and efficient. Honorio also provided valuable advice for future maintence. Thanks!

Deward

18 years of experience
156 reviews
Deward
18 years of experience
Kia Rio L4-1.6L - Trunk Latch - High Point, North Carolina
Excellent job and excellent service. I would highly recommend him to anyone else needing a car repair.

Excellent Rating

(4,502)

Rating Summary
4,291
109
23
10
69
4,291
109
23
10
69
Number of Kia services completed
49522+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Kia MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

What Is a Strut?
People talking about vehicle suspensions often refer to “shocks and struts.” Hearing this, you may have wondered just what a strut is,...
Is It Safe to Drive With a Broken Axle?
Without two operational axles, your car won’t be going much of anywhere. They’re what transfers power to the wheels from the transmission (in...
The Guide To Colored Curb Zones in Indiana
Indiana Indiana parking laws: understanding the basics When driving on the roads of Indiana, abiding by the laws and regulations of the road is par for the course. However, drivers also need to make sure they abide by the laws...

How to reset the ECM?

Hi, thanks for writing in. After the computer is scanned and all the codes are documented and diagnosed to find the cause of the problems then the scan tool can be used to clear the codes and ECM monitors. Once...

Turbo blow off valve

Hello. The "blow-off-valve" or BOV, is a pressure-release valve designed to prevent over-pressurization of the engine, not the turbocharger itself. While hearing some of the sounds a turbo-charged engine (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-a-modern-engine-works) makes while running through the gears is a most pleasant...

Thermostat housing small drip/leaking

The thermostat housing if it is leaking and cannot be sealed will need to be replaced. The plastic may be deformed and cannot seal completely.

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com