Vauxhall Zafira Axle Replacement Parts

The Zafira Mk1 (also called the Zafira A) ran from 1999 to 2005, so both years fall within the same generation and axle components are broadly from the same family. That said, confirm the exact interchange with the breaker against both registrations, as running gear can vary with engine size across the production run. Never assume fitment without the breaker checking the specific part numbers.

The Zafira Mk2 (Zafira B) ran from 2005 to 2014, making it a different generation to the Mk1 (1999–2005), and the two are not a straight swap. The body structure, suspension geometry and subframe mounting points changed between generations, so crossing that 2005 boundary is very unlikely to work. Route this to the breaker with both registrations before purchasing anything.

Yes, engine size can affect what running gear was fitted, as larger or more powerful engines sometimes required uprated brakes and associated components at the axle. When contacting a breaker, give them your exact engine size as well as the year, so they can match the correct specification. Do not assume a 1.6 axle assembly is identical to a 2.0 unit even within the same generation.

For the axle itself, trim level does not affect fitment — a Club, Design, or Elite on the same generation with the same engine should use the same axle specification. You may find cosmetic differences such as sensor brackets or brake disc sizes if a trim came with a larger engine, but the trim name alone is not the deciding factor; engine size and generation are what matter. Always confirm the engine size matches when speaking to the breaker.

Both years fall within the Zafira Mk2 (Zafira B, 2005–2014), so they share the same generation, which is a good starting point. However, whether a specific axle assembly from a 2014 car interchanges directly with a 2009 car should be confirmed with the breaker against your registration, as specification details can vary across a long production run. Give the breaker your engine size alongside the registration for the most accurate match.

Side matters if you are buying a wishbone, driveshaft, or any component that is handed left or right — always specify nearside (NS, passenger side) or offside (OS, driver side) clearly when getting a quote. Full rear axle beam assemblies may be common to both sides, but individual arms and joints are often side-specific. Confirm with the breaker exactly which component you need and state the side to avoid receiving the wrong part.