2015-2020 FORD F-150 REAR BUMPER STEP PLATE COVER PANEL & TRAILER HITCH BAR OEM

2015-2020 Ford F-150 Rear Bumper Step Plate Cover Panel and Trailer Hitch Bar OEM | McClain Auto Part

Product Overview

This is a genuine OEM rear bumper step plate cover panel and trailer hitch bar assembly for the 2015 to 2020 Ford F-150. It covers two distinct but related rear bumper components that work together as part of the F-150’s complete rear bumper system on this generation.

The step plate cover panel is the finishing trim component that covers the rear bumper step area, protecting the underlying bumper structure and providing the surface that occupants contact when stepping into the truck bed or cab. The trailer hitch bar is the primary structural rear bumper face bar that integrates the hitch receiver provisions, step pad, and lower bumper geometry into a complete rear-end assembly. Together these two components form the factory-correct complete rear bumper presentation on the 2015 to 2020 F-150.

The 2015 model year launched the thirteenth-generation aluminum-body F-150 with a distinct rear bumper architecture that does not interchange with any prior generation. The 2021 model year subsequently launched the fourteenth-generation redesign with a new rear bumper design. This listing consequently covers the complete 2015 to 2020 thirteenth-generation production window exclusively.

These components were removed from a donor F-150 and our team inspected them at our Cleveland, Ohio facility before listing. Condition is documented before shipping and additional photos are available on request before you commit to an order.

Key Features

Genuine OEM Ford F-150 rear bumper step plate cover panel
Genuine OEM Ford F-150 trailer hitch bar included
Fits 2015 to 2020 Ford F-150
Thirteenth-generation aluminum-body F-150 platform
Original factory mounting geometry retained
Step plate cover panel condition documented
Trailer hitch bar inspected before listing
Hitch provisions confirmed intact
Sensor provisions contact for confirmation
Finish condition documented before shipping
Ships from Cleveland, Ohio
Most orders processed within 1 to 3 business days
6-month warranty included

Product Specifications

Step Plate Cover Panel

The rear bumper step plate cover panel on the 2015 to 2020 F-150 serves both a functional and aesthetic role. Functionally, it provides the platform that occupants use when stepping up into the truck bed or reaching items stored toward the front of the bed. Aesthetically, it completes the rear bumper appearance by covering the underlying bumper structure with a finished trim surface consistent with the truck’s exterior treatment.

Step plate cover panels on the 2015 to 2020 F-150 vary by trim level and finish configuration. Chrome, painted, and black textured versions appear across the trim range. The specific finish on this unit reflects the donor vehicle’s trim level and is documented with photos before shipping. Contact us before ordering for finish confirmation and photos so you can verify the step plate cover panel matches your truck’s original configuration.

Step plate surface condition on a used unit reflects foot traffic use consistent with the donor vehicle’s service history. Our team assessed the step plate surface specifically during inspection. Contact us for photos of the step plate before ordering.

Trailer Hitch Bar

The trailer hitch bar is the primary structural rear bumper component on the 2015 to 2020 F-150. It provides the complete lower rear bumper profile including the hitch receiver clearance geometry, step pad integration, and lower face bar that defines the rear-end appearance of the truck.

Our team inspected the hitch provisions on this trailer hitch bar before listing. Hitch receiver clearance geometry and surrounding reinforcement structure are intact and correctly positioned for factory towing application. Contact us with your VIN before ordering and we confirm tow package configuration compatibility between this unit and your truck’s factory tow equipment.

Thirteenth-Generation F-150 Context

The 2015 F-150 launched the thirteenth-generation platform with the switch to an aluminum alloy body. This generation introduced a distinct rear bumper architecture that differs fundamentally from any prior F-150 generation. No rear bumper components from the prior twelfth-generation 2009 to 2014 platform interchange with the thirteenth-generation design.

The 2015 to 2020 production window covers the complete thirteenth-generation run before the fourteenth-generation redesign for 2021 introduced a new rear bumper architecture. As a result, these step plate cover panel and trailer hitch bar components are specific to the 2015 to 2020 window and do not apply to 2021 and newer trucks.

Trim level, tow package configuration, and sensor equipment additionally affect rear bumper component compatibility within this generation. Providing your VIN before ordering is consequently the most reliable way to confirm the correct configuration for your specific truck.

Finish and Trim Configuration

The rear bumper step plate cover panel and trailer hitch bar on the 2015 to 2020 F-150 appeared across multiple finish configurations depending on the trim level. Chrome finish appeared on higher trim XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum configurations. Painted body color appeared on some appearance package configurations, while satin black and black textured finishes appeared on XL and Sport package builds.

The specific finish on these components reflects the donor vehicle’s trim level. Contact us with your VIN before ordering and we confirm the finish configuration along with photos. We provide close-up images of both components before you commit to an order.

Sensor Provisions

Some 2015 to 2020 F-150 configurations carried factory rear parking sensor systems. These require correctly positioned sensor port provisions in the rear bumper assembly. Contact us with your VIN before ordering and we confirm sensor provision configuration on this specific unit against your truck’s factory equipment.

OEM Fitment Advantages

These OEM components came off a thirteenth-generation F-150 built to the same factory specifications as yours. The mounting positions, bracket attachment geometry, hitch provisions, step plate integration, and component profiles reflect Ford’s original engineering for this specific generation. As a result, both components install at the factory mounting locations without modification and integrate correctly with the surrounding quarter panels, tailgate, and lower body trim.

Sourcing both the step plate cover panel and the trailer hitch bar as a matched set from the same donor vehicle eliminates the finish variation risk that comes from mixing components from different donor trucks with different paint histories and wear patterns. Both components carry the same finish from the same donor vehicle and consequently produce the most consistent rear-end presentation available in the used OEM market.

We verify the donor vehicle configuration against your VIN before these components ship. That step confirms trim level alignment, hitch provision compatibility, and sensor configuration before anything leaves our warehouse.

Condition and Inspection Report

Our team inspected both components at our Cleveland, Ohio facility before listing.

Step Plate Cover Panel

Step plate surface condition is documented before shipping. Contact us for detailed photos of the step plate surface, finish condition, and any notable wear areas before purchasing.

Trailer Hitch Bar Surface

Surface finish condition on the trailer hitch bar is documented before shipping. Contact us for close-up photos of the full hitch bar surface before ordering.

Hitch Provisions

Our team inspected the hitch receiver clearance geometry and surrounding reinforcement structure and confirmed both intact. Hitch provisions are correctly positioned for factory towing application.

Mounting Tabs and Brackets

All mounting tabs and bracket attachment points were checked for bends, cracks, and missing hardware. The mounting structure is intact and correctly positioned for direct factory installation on both components.

Sensor Provisions

Sensor port positions were checked for damage, deformation, and completeness. Contact us with your VIN before ordering and we confirm sensor provision compatibility against your truck’s factory equipment.

Structural Integrity

Our team inspected both components for impact damage, cracks, and deformation. No structural issues were identified on either unit.

Vehicle Compatibility

These rear bumper components fit the following vehicles:

2015 Ford F-150
2016 Ford F-150
2017 Ford F-150
2018 Ford F-150
2019 Ford F-150
2020 Ford F-150

These components are specific to the thirteenth-generation aluminum-body F-150 for model years 2015 through 2020. They are not compatible with the fourteenth-generation 2021 and newer F-150 or with any prior generation F-150 regardless of trim level.

Trim level, tow package configuration, and sensor equipment additionally affect compatibility within this generation. Always provide your VIN when you contact us so we can confirm trim level alignment, hitch provision compatibility, and sensor configuration before anything ships.

Shipping Information

These components ship nationwide from our Cleveland, Ohio warehouse via freight carrier. Both components are packed securely together before handoff to the carrier and arrive in the same condition they left our facility.

Most orders are processed and ready to ship within 1 to 3 business days of purchase. You receive a tracking number as soon as the order ships. Local pickup is also available for buyers in the Cleveland area by prior arrangement.

Contact us at +1(216) 230-5433 or sales@mcclainautopart.com with any shipping questions before ordering.

About McClain Auto Part

James McClain founded McClain Auto Part in Cleveland, Ohio in 2009. For over fifteen years we have been sourcing, inspecting, and shipping OEM truck parts to mechanics, body shops, fleet managers, and truck owners across all 50 states. We carry a 4.9 out of 5 star rating on Google from over 800 verified reviews. Every part we list is physically in our Cleveland warehouse, already inspected, and ready to ship. When you call us you talk to someone who knows the F-150 platform and can answer real questions about fitment, condition, and compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will This Fit My 2018 Ford F-150

Yes. These components fit the 2015 through 2020 Ford F-150 thirteenth-generation platform. Trim level, tow package, and sensor configuration variations affect exact compatibility. Provide your VIN and we confirm the correct configuration alignment for your specific truck before anything ships.

What Components Are Included in This Listing

This listing includes the rear bumper step plate cover panel and the trailer hitch bar as removed from the same donor vehicle. Both components carry the same finish from the same donor truck.

Is This a Genuine OEM Part

Yes. Both components are genuine OEM Ford parts and are not aftermarket reproductions. The factory finish, mounting geometry, and hitch provisions reflect Ford’s original manufacturing specifications for this generation.

Will This Fit a 2021 or Newer F-150

No. The fourteenth-generation F-150 launched for 2021 with a new rear bumper architecture. These components are consequently not compatible with 2021 and newer F-150 trucks.

Will This Fit the 2009-2014 F-150

No. The thirteenth-generation aluminum-body F-150 launched for 2015 with a completely new rear bumper architecture that does not interchange with earlier trucks. These components are consequently not compatible with any F-150 produced before the 2015 model year.

What Finish Do These Components Have

The finish on both components reflects the donor vehicle’s trim level configuration. Contact us for photos and finish confirmation before ordering so you can verify the finish against your truck’s original configuration.

Does This Include Hitch Provisions

Yes. The trailer hitch bar includes integrated hitch provisions. Our team inspected the hitch receiver clearance geometry and surrounding reinforcement and confirmed both intact before listing.

Can Fitment Be Verified Before Shipping

Yes. Provide your VIN when you contact us and we cross-reference your truck’s model year, trim level, tow package, and factory configuration against these components before anything ships.

Do You Ship Nationwide

Yes. We ship these components to all 50 states from our Cleveland, Ohio warehouse via freight carrier. Most orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days and you receive a tracking number as soon as the order ships.

Before You Order

Confirm your model year, trim level, and tow package configuration before ordering. Provide your VIN when you contact us so we can verify compatibility, confirm finish and condition documentation, and answer any fitment questions before you commit to the purchase.

Call us at +1(216) 230-5433 or email sales@mcclainautopart.com.

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