A Wrangler hood is held down by two latches and nothing else. On a lifted Jeep, the front end catches air, and a factory catch that has developed play is a hood that moves at highway speed.
This hood catch lock replaces the factory catch. The body is aluminum alloy with carbon fiber, and the finish is black to match the Wrangler body color.
What It Fits
| Part | Fits | Does not fit |
|---|---|---|
| OMU Genesis Series Hood Catch Hood Lock For Jeep Wrangler JK JL/JT | Jeep Wrangler JK, Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT | Ford Bronco, Land Rover Defender |
It is the same part listed on our Hood Catch Hood Lock product page. If your vehicle is not in the row above, this one will not bolt up — message us before ordering and we will point you at the version that does.
Plug-In Fixed Structure
The catch uses a plug-in fixed structure. That is the detail that decides whether a hood lock stays where it was set or works itself loose.
On a long highway run, a washboard section or a hard launch, the latch holds instead of shifting. The housing is streamlined rather than blocky, which keeps the drag coefficient down and the profile low against the hood.
Material Choice
The body is aluminum alloy with carbon fiber. This part sits on the front of the vehicle, where it takes stone chips, road spray and weather all year.
Aluminum offers good corrosion resistance for a part in that position, which is why it is the right material here rather than a plated steel catch.
Black Finish
The black finish is chosen to match the Wrangler body color instead of standing out from it. If you have already gone to black bumpers, black fenders or a black grille, this belongs to the same visual family.
The intent is a part that looks factory-adjacent rather than bolted on.
Opening and Closing
The mechanism uses mechanical principles so that opening and closing the hood does not require a sequence you have to remember. A first-time owner can work it out.
That matters on a trail or at a trailhead. A hood lock that confuses you when you need to get under the hood is a worse problem than the one it solved.
Specifications
| Fits | Jeep Wrangler JK, Wrangler JL, Gladiator JT |
|---|---|
| Type | Hood catch / hood lock |
| Material | Aluminum alloy with carbon fiber |
| Structure | Plug-in fixed structure, does not develop play under load |
| Finish | Black |
| Installation | Replaces the factory catch |
| Price | $139.00 |
| Returns | 30 days |
Shipping and Returns
Orders ship from our warehouse at a flat $7.99 rate to US addresses. In-stock items leave the warehouse in 1–3 business days and typically arrive 5–10 business days after that. Custom and made-to-order items take longer, and we will confirm the lead time by email after you order.
Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Email jenna@omu4x4.com first and we will send you the return address and the steps to follow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Jeep models does this hood lock fit?
The listing covers the Jeep Wrangler JK, Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT. Compare your model year against the fitment table above before ordering.
Will the hood shake at highway speed?
The catch uses a plug-in fixed structure, which is designed so the latch does not develop play under high-speed driving or rough road.
What is it made of?
Aluminum alloy with carbon fiber, finished in black.
Is it difficult to open and close?
No. The mechanism is designed so opening and closing does not require a special sequence, and a first-time owner can work it out.
Where to Go Next
Browse the Wrangler JK, Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT collections, or the full Genesis Series.