Tailgate strut

Tailgate struts, also called tailgate gas struts, are the gas-filled rods that push the boot lid up and hold it steady while you load, then ease it back down under control. Known on some cars as trunk struts or hatch struts, they carry the weight of the tailgate every time it opens, so they wear gradually and almost always in pairs.You will notice when they are tired:

• A drooping tailgate: it creeps shut or won't stay up on its own.
• Slow or jerky lift: the boot rises lazily or in stages.
• A clunk or hiss: worn seals letting the gas escape.
• Oil on the rod: a sure sign a strut has leaked and lost pressure.

Because struts fail together, a tailgate struts replacement usually means renewing both sides at once, even if only one feels weak. If the lid still won't hold after fresh struts, the fault is more likely the hinges or mounts than the struts. A tailgate that drops without warning can injure your head or hands, so a strut that no longer holds the lid up should be replaced promptly. Some cars use electric tailgate struts with a powered spindle drive, which cost more and must match the powered system.Hunting the right pair through breaker site after breaker site is slow going. Parthunt24 compiles used tailgate strut listings from marketplaces like ProxyParts, eBay, Ovoko and TotalParts, so you can weigh 1227 offers on price, condition, and fitment before heading to a seller.

With struts, the numbers matter more than the badge. A strut a few millimetres too long or rated for the wrong force will either strain the tailgate or fail to hold it, so the extended and compressed lengths, the force value in Newtons, and the mounting type all have to match the original. Fitting struts with the wrong Newton rating is the most common mistake, leaving the lid either slamming shut or stuck half-open.Check too whether your car uses one strut or two, and whether the left and right are identical or side-specific.Narrow the results to your make and model using the panel on the left, and only struts built for your car remain. Tap any offer to jump to the marketplace that listed it, where you can read the full spec and order it.

• Vehicle compatibility: Match make, model, year, and OEM part number.
• OEM part number: The most reliable way to ensure correct fitment.
• Left or right strut: Some cars use identical struts, while others use side-specific ones.
• Strut length (extended/compressed): Must match the original dimensions exactly.
• Force rating (Newton value): Must match the tailgate weight for proper support.
• Mounting type: Ball socket, eyelet, or clip-style connectors.
• Mounting position: Upper and lower orientation must match.
• Number of struts required: Some tailgates use one, while others use two.
• Tailgate weight compatibility: Heavier tailgates need stronger gas pressure.
• Body style: Hatchback, SUV, wagon, and van versions differ.
• Temperature resistance: Important for consistent performance in cold or hot climates.
• Condition: Check for gas leakage, weak support, or rod corrosion.

Once a listing opens, the rod and the seals reveal a strut's real state, since a pitted rod or an oily seal points to a strut already on the way out. Ask for a photo of both struts extended, plus the mounting ends, before you buy tailgate struts you can't be sure of.

• Photos: the full strut, the rod surface, the seals, and both end fittings.
• Seller reputation: a trader with proven reviews and an active selling record.
• Compatibility: the OEM number, length, and Newton rating against your car.
• Included parts: one strut or a pair, and any ball-stud fittings?
• Condition: smooth rods, no oil film, and firm, even support.
• Testing: a note the struts still hold pressure and extend fully.
• Warranty and returns: a clear policy if a strut arrives weak or leaking.
• Shipping: struts boxed so the rods can't be bent or scratched.
• Documentation: the source car, if the seller says.

Happy with the detail once you've checked it over? Complete the purchase on the marketplace.

A tailgate struts price comes down to the car, the strut type, and whether you are buying one or a pair. A used pair for a common hatchback sits around €15-€40, struts for a heavier SUV or estate run €40-€90, and electric or premium-model struts can pass €150. Used tailgate struts prices on Parthunt24 start from as little as 5.00.A few things set one tailgate struts price apart from another:

• Type: electric and powered struts cost more than standard gas ones.
• Tailgate weight: higher-force struts for heavy lids carry a premium.
• Rarity: struts for uncommon or older models are tricky to source.
• Condition: a pair with smooth rods and full pressure takes the higher tailgate struts price.

Line the offers up by price on Parthunt24 and the cheapest tailgate struts that fit your car sit right at the top, ready to compare at a glance.

Worn struts are rarely the only tired part on a tailgate that has opened thousands of times. While the boot is apart, it is worth looking over the hinges, catches, and trim that work alongside the struts on Parthunt24:

• Tailgate: the lid itself, worth inspecting for rust around the strut mounts.
• Tailgate hinge: worn hinges sag and stop the struts holding the lid square.
• Tailgate spring: assists the struts on some lift systems.
• Tailgate buffer: the rubber stops that set how the closed lid sits.
• Tailgate lift motor: drives powered tailgates that won't open on their own.
• Tailgate lock: a worn latch can stop the lid sealing or releasing.
• Tailgate trim: covers and panels worth renewing while access is easy.

Pricing up a pair of struts means opening a dozen breaker sites and still wondering whether you have found a fair deal. Parthunt24 ends that by listing the major used-parts marketplaces together, with the force rating, condition, and price of each option in one view, for hatchbacks, estates, SUVs, and vans.Whether you need one strut or a pair, it is the quick way to buy tailgate struts that fit. Set your car, hold tailgate struts prices side by side, and the best pair for your money lands at the front. Compare prices, find the best deal, and buy a tailgate strut for your car today on Parthunt24.