Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Door Lock Latch Rear Right O/S LK72-24994-BA

Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Door Lock Latch Rear Right O/S is a precision component from the Locks and Latches category, designed to work with the rear right door of the Discovery Sport L550 body. It is responsible for secure locking, stable closing, and proper interaction with the factory door opening and closing mechanism, which directly affects the comfort of using the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LK72-24994-BA
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LK72-24994-BA
• Substitutable numbers: LK72-24994-BA, LK7224994BA
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Door Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented lock is dedicated for installation in the rear right door area of the Land Rover Discovery Sport L550. Its task is to mechanically lock the door panel, interact with the external and internal handle, and work with the factory central locking system. A properly selected lock ensures repeatable door closing, reduces play and noise while driving, and supports body sealing around the door gasket.

Construction and mounting fitment

The element has been constructed as a part intended for a specific model, which translates into proper positioning relative to the body pillar and door guides. The mounting holes, body shape, and latch geometry are matched to the factory door system of the Discovery Sport L550, thanks to which the lock works with the vehicle's original screws, rods, and electrical wiring. Such fitment reduces the need for modifications, facilitates service, and allows maintaining consistency with other elements of the locking system. Using the correct lock in the rear right part of the body helps maintain predictable door behavior during opening, closing, and central locking operation.

Benefits of using an original Land Rover lock

Choosing a door lock dedicated to the Discovery Sport L550 brings a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the factory door operating characteristics – closing force, latch position, and interaction with handles,
• consistency with the vehicle's original security system,
• reducing the risk of the door not closing or opening accidentally while driving,
• easier diagnostics of potential future faults due to compliance with the factory design. For the user, this means more predictable door behavior, stable locking, and comfort of daily operation, especially in a vehicle used intensively or with a full set of passengers in the back seat.

Condition of the element and service application

The lock comes from the secondary market, which makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the functionality required for daily operation. This type of component is often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacement after mechanical wear, or when there are problems with locking the rear right door. In practice, the lock can be used both as a replacement for a damaged element and as a part used during door reconstruction after bodywork and painting. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, it allows restoring the correct operation of the door panel without interfering with the body structure.

Complementary elements from the Land Rover Locks and Latches group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, cylinders, or additional catches, check the available parts in the Land Rover Locks and Latches category.

Additional information and technical support

When selecting a rear right door lock, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the body version and vehicle equipment configuration. In case of doubt, comparing the body structure and mounting points with the currently installed element may be helpful. For those interested in a broader context of using original components in vehicles of different generations, a material comparing design solutions in classic and newer models may be useful – you can find more on this topic in the article Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.