FQJ500240 - Front Door Latch – RH

- €59,00

€59,00

€59,00 - €59,00

€59,00

Aftermarket: Quality alternative. This is a quality alternative, designed to fit and function like the original part, often at a more competitive price.

Front Door Latch Assembly - Right-Hand for the Defender door locking system.

This mechanical latch assembly is mounted inside the right-hand front door and engages the door striker on the body aperture to secure the door when closed. The latch interfaces with the interior handle linkage, exterior handle, and lock cylinder, allowing controlled release from inside or outside the vehicle.

Worn catch surfaces and seized pivots - caused by dirt and corrosion ingress - are the most common failure modes that this replacement corrects.

Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016

Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2016 — Front door latch RH, from VIN YA194718; Puma 2007-2016 from VIN 7A000001

Alternative Codes

FQJ500240FQJ500240CDLMWC1476ESBR 1525FQJ103160

In stock 5 units

4 · Gouda 1 · Drachten

Express delivery available

When will my order arrive?

Order before 15:00 (Mon–Fri): same-day dispatch for in-stock items.
UPS Express (order before 14:00): dispatched today, delivered tomorrow where available.
Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

Items may ship from multiple warehouses at no extra cost.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the FQJ500240 front door latch and how does it work?

FQJ500240 is the front right-hand door latch assembly for the Defender. Mounted inside the door, it engages the body striker to secure the door when closed. The latch interfaces with the interior handle linkage, exterior handle, and lock cylinder to allow controlled release from either side.

Why do Defender front door latches fail and what causes it?

Defender door latches typically fail due to dirt and water ingress causing corrosion on the catch surfaces and seized pivots. Symptoms include difficulty closing the door, a door that opens unexpectedly, or a latch that won't release from inside. Replacing the assembly restores reliable door closure.

Does FQJ500240 fit all Defender variants and generations?

FQJ500240 fits Defender from VIN YA194718, covering both pre-Puma (1987-2006) and Puma (2007-2016) generations. This is the right-hand latch only. Cross-reference FQJ103160 is a confirmed alternative.