I ordered my first Pop and Lock tailgate handle directly from the manufacturer back in 2009 for my 2010 Tacoma PreRunner (with backup camera). The tailgate release lever (hook) arm recently broke and I opted to replace it with a newer model. I use my truck bed a lot so I’m constantly opening and closing the tailgate. This being said, I feel that the first lock lasted quite a while considering the heavy use of something made out of plastic-type materials.FIRST IMPRESSION: The first thing I noticed about the newer model is that it is totally redesigned. The key tumbler is now located on the left hand side of the unit and the backup camera slot is located on the right. All of the internal working mechanisms have been redesigned compared to earlier model and it worked very smoothly out of the box. The accompanying instructions are very good, however, I recommend going to Pop and Lock’s Website to view the instructions and excellent illustrations for your particular vehicle.MINOR INSTALLATION/OPERATION ISSUE: The installation process for the new model is pretty straight-forward and easy—providing the installer follow the how-to instructions exactly. However, I experienced an interference issue with the tailgate release lever (hook) binding under my tailgate handle OEM backup camera holder. After I completed the installation, I closed and opened the tailgate a few times to check if I had done everything correctly. I lifted the tailgate to the closed position, turned the handle key to the lock position, and pulled up on it a couple times to make sure the lock was secured. I tried to unlock the tumbler using the same key but it would not turn to the left (unlocked position)--the handle release lever would not disengage. Upon closer inspection and examination of the locking mechanisms, I found that the release lever (hook) was lodging under the OEM camera holder housing (next to the lower left mounting bolt) every time I would pull up on the handle after locking.SOLUTION: I fixed this minor problem by removing the camera holder from the Pop and Lock handle and then filing away a small amount of the plastic material around the camera holder mounting hole. After making this ‘minor’ modification to the camera holder and reinstalling everything, the Pop and Lock and tailgate works flawlessly. NOTE: The problem related to the camera holder and not with the Pop and Lock unit.OVERALL IMPRESSION: This is the second Pop and Lock I’ve purchased and I think the product is very good and useful. Yes, the first one I purchased in 2009 broke but it did its job while it lasted. This product is very easy to install and it works very well. I am rating this product with five stars solely based on previous experience and I trust that the newer model will do its job as well.FINAL NOTE: I’ve always had a lockable hard-top Tonneau cover and a Pop and Lock on my truck. I feel that two locking mechanisms serve as a “deterrent”, but not a cure all. Yes, I am fully aware of the Thief’s Creed: “If I really want it, then I will find a way to take it.” I’ll just say that a two lock tailgate combination has served me well; especially considering that some areas I travel often expose my truck to break-in opportunities.

It was easy to install and reasonably priced. The only problem is that the plastic unit breaks.

Ordered this to replace the one that had the plastic arm break...common failure.New one slid right into place, the old one had a couple bolts that held the camera housing.On the new one, punch out the hole where the camera goes and bolt the 2 screws from the camera housing into the new handle.Then, replace the screws, pop rod arms back in place, voila...comes with 2 keysTook me all of 5 minutes.

4 stars because the box was slightly open, the product was not securely packaged, small amounts of grease found on the face of the product and it is slightly less sturdy than the OEM handle I took off.However, all of that aside, installation took less than 10 minutes, and it works just as it should. It came with 2 keys that function and it looks great.Due to reviews that the handle breaks (which I can see may be an issue in the future due to the amount of plastic making up the bulk of the mechanism) I purchased a protection plan which was pretty cheap, although 80 dollars for the product itself is a little steep, but it is a name brand so I am not surprised.The product does not rattle when I am driving and it fit perfectly on my 2005 Tacoma, matching up with the 2 OEM bolts that held the previous handle in place. As far as security, the lock keeps the handle from releasing the latches on both sides which is the goal.All in all, 4 out of 5 stars for this product. Packaging was disappointing and the price was pretty high. 50-60 bucks would have been fine. I would recommend this product if security is something you value for your tailgate.

I saw the reviews and was undecided to buy it for my 2013 tacoma. Although it feels like cheap plastic, it's works great and was able to install in less than 15 minutes.

There’s a camera slot incase i want to put a camera. It match the color of toyota Tacoma 2006 perfect match. Easy to install and the keys work well. Quality is good and material is made of hard pastic.

I wrote an initial review of this thing in Sep of 14. I am now updating that review after a year and 11 months at which point the part has failed.Good:Installed on 2012 Tacoma. Toyota should have made the Tacoma with a locking tailgate; another retarded design move we'll never have explained. So the fix is one of these things. I was initially VERY skeptical - expecting shoddy quality, bad fit and errors in the directions. In fact, it fits perfectly and the directions are 100% clear & correct. The quality of the plastic indeed poor however. (Be advised the local Toyota dealership will install a locking mechanism for you. They use THIS exact part as there is NO TOYOTA tailgate lock and, I was quoted $400 to have it done.) The actual swap-out is very easy. My 2012 has Torx #30 bolts which hold the tailgate cover on. I also used a 10MM socket for the four bolts in the lock itself. Two of these hold the thing in place while the other two are for the camera. The camera worried me the most and it was the easiest part of the whole thing. No cutting, disconnecting the camera wiring or other BS.Bad:I'm an Amazon fan but the Amazon descriptions are very often wrong. That is the case here. Part number 5500 does NOT have any feature allowing it to magically mate to your truck key. It comes with a pair of small keys. What you really need to know: At 23 months, this thing fell apart. I never abused it and it was minimally used. The failure: cylindrical plastic mounts which anchor the steel attachment bolts simply cracked and disintegrated leaving nothing to hold the thing in place. The plastic is cheap and for $65 on Amazon, I say not worth it. I re-installed the stock, no-lock part.

Customer love it. Tailgate is now secured & easy installation.

Cerradura con llave para tapa trasera de pick up Tacoma, de muy buena calidad, se compro a mensualides de pagos muy cómodos.

Works perfect. Was able to change it out in my apartment parking lots with only the tools identified. Instructions are clear and easy to follow

The tailgate lock works well and was easy to install

Combinado con otro seguro antirrobo de batea te da tranquilidad de tener tu pickup en la calle, ya que sin ellos no tardan ni 20 segundos en robárselas ademas cuenta con lugar para instalar cámara de reversa lo cual es una gran ventaja

el pop and lock cuando nuevo es negro pero cuando esta al intemperie (90% del tiempo) se pone gris