Used Volkswagen Amarok Track Rod

Yes, the Amarok uses a conventional rack-and-pinion steering system with track rods (also called tie rods) connecting the steering rack to the front wheel hubs, so it is a genuine part you can source from a breaker. The Amarok is a rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive pickup, and all variants use front track rods as part of the steering geometry. Both the inner and outer track rod ends are serviceable and commonly replaced.

The Amarok ran in its first generation from 2010 through to 2022 in the UK, though it received a significant facelift around 2016–2017, and whether a pre-facelift track rod crosses over to a post-facelift vehicle is not guaranteed. The steering rack and geometry can differ across that facelift boundary, so you should confirm the part against your exact registration with the breaker before buying. Do not assume a 2012 part will simply bolt on to a 2017 car without that check.

For the track rod itself the engine size is not generally a determining factor in the same way it might be for brakes, as the steering geometry is primarily tied to the generation and whether the vehicle is 2WD or 4WD rather than the specific engine fitted. However, if you have any doubt, give your registration to the breaker so they can verify the exact specification of your vehicle. Quoting your reg is always the safest approach.

Yes, side matters — the nearside (NS) is the left-hand side and the offside (OS) is the right-hand side, and these are handed parts, so make sure you tell the breaker which side you need. If you are unsure which side is faulty, a steering or suspension specialist can confirm this during an inspection before you order. Ordering the wrong side from a dismantler means the part will not fit and you may face return complications.

Trim level does not affect track rod fitment on the Amarok — a Trendline, Highline, or Aventura all use the same steering components for a given generation and drivetrain layout. What matters is the generation, whether the vehicle is 2WD or 4WD, and the side required, not the trim badge or interior specification. You may find cosmetic or equipment differences between trim levels but these have no bearing on the steering geometry parts.

The second-generation Amarok launched in 2022 and is a substantially different vehicle to the first generation, so track rods from the new model are not expected to be interchangeable with the 2010–2022 first-generation trucks. The steering rack, front subframe, and hub geometry changed significantly between generations, making cross-generation fitment very unlikely. Stick to sourcing a part from the same generation as your vehicle and confirm with the breaker using your registration.