Range Rover L322 Front Hood Bonnet Catch Latch Lock 3.6 XH42-16700-BA

Range Rover L322 Front Hood Bonnet Catch Latch Lock is an original component from the Locks and Latches group, designed to secure and firmly close the front engine hood. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures proper hood guidance, stable locking, and correct operation with the cabin-side opening mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-FPS000050
• Mark: Range Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FPS000050
• Substitutable numbers: FPS000050, XH42-16700-BA, XH4216700BA
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Bonnet Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the hood latch

The presented hood latch has been designed specifically for the front body section of the Range Rover L322, where it is responsible for mechanically locking the hood and keeping it in a stable position while driving. Its location in the front of the vehicle means this component operates under demanding conditions – it is exposed to vibrations, temperature changes, and road debris, which is why using an original solution is crucial for safety and comfort.

A properly selected hood latch minimizes the risk of play, accidental hood opening, and closing issues, which translates into correct front-end geometry and proper fitment of body panels.

Construction and fitment for Range Rover L322

The original hood latch design is optimized for compatibility with the factory opening cable mechanism and the hood striker in the Range Rover L322. The body shape, mounting points, and latch geometry are adapted to the factory mounting holes, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional adjustments.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• precise hood striker guidance and repeatable closing,
• stable operation in the vertical and horizontal axes, reducing hood vibrations,
• compatibility with the factory opening system from the driver's cabin.

Benefits of using an original latch

Using an original hood latch in the Range Rover L322 allows you to maintain the factory performance parameters of the front body section. Proper hood locking affects not only safety but also acoustics and driving comfort – it reduces rattling, resonance, and unwanted play around the engine hood.

A used, functional OEM component is also a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. Compared to aftermarket replacements, the factory latch is characterized by predictable behavior over a long service life and better fitment to the hood and front panel structure.

Condition and service application

The offered hood latch comes from disassembly and is intended for reinstallation in a vehicle experiencing issues with closing, locking, or opening the front engine hood. It is suitable both for standard replacement of a worn-out part and for front-end accident repairs, where it is necessary to restore the proper operation of the hood locking mechanism.

Thanks to the preservation of original geometry and mounting points, installation in place of the factory latch is straightforward for an experienced mechanic and does not require any interference with the body structure.

Expanding repairs within Range Rover locks and latches

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your Range Rover and need other components from the same group, such as additional strikers, locking mechanisms, or parts working with the opening cable, check out the available parts in the Range Rover Locks and Latches category.

More about the advantages of original used parts

To better understand why choosing a used, original hood latch is beneficial in terms of safety, durability, and service costs, it is worth reading an article describing the importance of OEM parts in vehicle repairs: Quality assurance and OEM safety – why used original car parts are the best choice for your vehicle?.