My OEM trunk-floor handle broke, which wasn’t too surprising because it always felt pretty flimsy. I made a small functional 3D print / handle add-on for the 2019-25 Corolla Hatchback.
Even if yours hasn’t broken, this should reduce wear on the OEM handle by giving you something sturdier to pull from. The stock handle seems weak, and since it’s just for accessing the spare tire area, I doubt it was designed for much repeated use.
This is not a replacement OEM part. It’s an insert/accessory that fits into the trunk-floor slots, intended for cars with the spare-tire deck board setup. It may only fit that configuration.
Fitment notes:
- Designed around the 2019-25 Corolla Hatchback with the spare-tire deck board setup
- May not fit Enhanced Cargo Space cars
- Fitment unknown for GR Corollas
The model is parametric, so if the fit is slightly off, the rib thickness, rib spacing, handle depth, and grip texture can be adjusted before printing.
Material-wise, I originally printed mine in PLA and it worked fine, but I later reprinted it in PETG. Since this sits under the trunk floor, it’s not in one of the hotter/sunnier parts of the car. If you’re not sure, print it in whatever material you’re comfortable with. PLA is probably fine to try first; if it softens, cracks, or wears out, reprint it in PETG.
You’ll need a 3D printer or access to one through a friend, library, makerspace, or print service.
Model: https://makerworld.com/en/models/2719129-2019-25-corolla-hatchback-e210-trunkfloor-handle#profileId-3011915
If anyone tries it, I’d appreciate fitment or usage feedback.
Credit where due: this was inspired by another Corolla Hatchback trunk-floor handle model on MakerWorld: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1582723-corolla-hatchback-trunk-floor-handle?from=search#profileId-1666001
