Smittybilt OE-Style Tailgate Bar – Now Available for 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU!

When you’re outfitting your Wrangler for a soft top, the details matter—especially in the rear. The Smittybilt OE-Style Tailgate Bar gives you the perfect seal, fitment, and functionality to complete your soft top setup with factory-level precision.

Whether you’re upgrading, replacing a worn-out component, or converting to a soft top, this tailgate bar makes all the difference in securing your rear window and keeping your cargo area protected. It delivers a clean, OEM-style fit and finish that looks right at home on your JL or JLU.

This bar isn’t just about looks—it’s designed to enhance sealing, improve rear window function, and keep wind, water, and dust where they belong: outside your Jeep.

Tailgate Solutions That Seal the Deal

A loose or sagging rear window can ruin your off-road fun—and your interior. The Smittybilt OE-Style Tailgate Bar gives your soft top the backbone it needs to perform properly, keeping your rear panel tight and secure no matter where the trail takes you.

Made from heavy-duty steel and coated with a corrosion-resistant black powder coat, this bar stands up to the elements while delivering that clean, finished appearance your rig deserves. Best of all? It bolts on using factory mounting points—no guesswork, no extra mods.

Whether you’re running factory soft tops or aftermarket systems, this bar integrates seamlessly for maximum compatibility and performance.

Key Features & Benefits:

• OE-Style Appearance – Matches the factory design for a clean, integrated look.
• Durable Steel Construction – Built from high-strength materials for long-lasting performance.
• Corrosion-Resistant Finish – Textured black powder coat protects against rust and wear.
• Bolt-On Installation – Installs easily using factory mounting points with no drilling required.
• Secure Soft Top Attachment – Designed to properly seal and secure soft top rear windows.
• Perfect Fitment – Engineered specifically for 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU models.

Fitment & Specs

Compatibility: Works with factory and most aftermarket soft tops

Part Number: 91206

Vehicle Fitment: 2018–Present Jeep Wrangler JL & JLU (2-door and 4-door models)

Material: High-strength steel

Finish: Textured black powder coat

Installation: Bolt-on – no drilling or modification required

Complete Your Soft Top the Right Way

Your soft top isn’t complete without the right tailgate bar—and the Smittybilt OE-Style Tailgate Bar is the one you can trust. With rugged construction, clean OEM styling, and an easy bolt-on install, it’s the finishing touch your JL or JLU needs to stay sealed, functional, and trail-ready.

Whether you’re daily driving or crawling through the backcountry, this is one upgrade that won’t let you down.

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