{"product_id":"oem-toyota-supra-jza80-hood-latch-assembly-53550-14020","title":"OEM Toyota Supra JZA80 Hood Latch Assembly - 53550-14020","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe genuine OEM hood latch assembly that secures your Supra's bonnet. Fitted with two bolts to your bonnet, it locks against the radiator support with a spring-loaded catch mechanism and friction damper to hold the bonnet firmly closed and prevent rattling or accidental opening during driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhy OEM Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA worn or damaged latch shows up as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRattling or vibration\u003c\/strong\u003e under acceleration (latch not holding firmly against radiator support)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonnet popping open\u003c\/strong\u003e during driving (safety hazard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuck or hard-to-close latch\u003c\/strong\u003e (bent strike pin or worn friction surface)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion\u003c\/strong\u003e causing binding or rust seizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCheap aftermarket or worn replacement latches won't hold the same tension or damping. Toyota's OEM design is engineered for the bonnet weight and deflection of the JZA80 chassis. Using the correct part ensures safe, reliable bonnet closure every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hood latch assembly (complete mechanism)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyota Supra JZA80 (1993–1998, all variants)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two bolts to bonnet, locks against radiator support\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine OEM\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine Toyota","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45586714787942,"sku":"53550-14020","price":36.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1611\/5513\/files\/BonnetLatchSupra.jpg?v=1777904855","url":"https:\/\/dnstmotorsports.com.au\/products\/oem-toyota-supra-jza80-hood-latch-assembly-53550-14020","provider":"DNST Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}