Dee Zee NXC stationary running boards come in black aluminum, chrome-trimmed aluminum and a stainless-steel version. They are selected separately from the vehicle-specific mounting brackets. This guide compares the exact NXC parts carried here and explains why a rocker-panel or cradle bracket must be checked against the vehicle before ordering.
Three distinctions that determine the correct NXC components
Compare plain black aluminum, black aluminum with chrome trim, and the stainless-steel version.
The NXC product family uses five-inch-wide step-board applications, not the six-inch NXT or Rough Step hardware.
Cradle-mount and rocker-panel kits use different hardware positions. An NXC board alone does not include the vehicle-specific brackets.
Dee Zee NXC board finishes and styles
The NXC boards in this selection are stationary, non-lighted steps with separate mounting kits. Check the manufacturer instructions for the selected finish and vehicle.
| MPN | Construction and finish | Application reference | Mounting |
|---|---|---|---|
| DZ16201 | Black aluminum | NXC 5-inch stationary step | Bracket kit sold separately |
| DZ16202 | Black aluminum with chrome trim | NXC 5-inch stationary step | Bracket kit sold separately |
| DZ16203 | Silver stainless steel, black trim | NXC stationary step | Bracket kit sold separately |
Dee Zee NXC cradle and rocker-panel mounting kits
Each bracket kit requires exact confirmation of vehicle make, year and body style. Manufacturer mounting sheets determine the correct NXC board-and-bracket pairing.
| MPN | Bracket design | Vehicle reference | Drilling |
|---|---|---|---|
| DZ16241 | Cradle-mount bracket kit | Selected Durango/Cherokee applications | No drilling listed |
| DZ16214 | Rocker-panel mounting kit | Selected NXC 5-inch board applications | No drilling listed |
| DZ16215 | Rocker-panel mounting kit | Selected NXC 5-inch board applications | No drilling listed |
| DZ16227 | Rocker-panel mounting kit | Selected Ford Explorer applications | No drilling listed |
Mounting and compatibility checks
Check the vehicle's model year, trim, cab configuration and existing rocker-panel or frame mounting points. Follow Dee Zee's exact installation instructions and torque specifications. No-drill applications are not universal across vehicles or bracket numbers.
The NXC family uses its own five-inch step and bracket arrangements. The broader NXT and Rough Step families have different mounting hardware. Do not treat similarly shaped pieces as interchangeable.
Dee Zee NXC running boards and bracket kits
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Dee Zee DZ16201
Black powder-coated aluminum board. Use the correct vehicle-specific NXC brackets.
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Dee Zee DZ16202
Chrome-accented aluminum NXC board rather than the plain black DZ16201.
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Dee Zee DZ16203
Distinct stainless-steel variant; verify its approved bracket and vehicle fitment.
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Dee Zee DZ16241
Cradle-style kit for specified models; check body style, model year and board compatibility.
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Dee Zee DZ16214
Separate rocker-panel mounting hardware; confirm exact vehicle fitment.
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Dee Zee DZ16215
No-drill rocker-panel brackets with a distinct MPN; not interchangeable by appearance alone.
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Dee Zee DZ16227
Explorer-related bracket kit: verify model year and NXC board pairing from the application chart.
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