Volkswagen Crafter Brake Discs Replacement Parts

The first-generation Crafter (2006–2016) and the second-generation Crafter (2017 onwards) are entirely different platforms, so brake discs from the earlier van are very unlikely to cross over to the later one. The disc size and hub design changed significantly between generations, and you should treat these as non-interchangeable. Always confirm with the breaker, quoting your registration and the donor vehicle's registration, before purchasing.

Yes, this matters more than most people expect — Crafters are available in different gross vehicle weight ratings, and heavier-rated variants are typically fitted with larger brake discs to handle the greater stopping loads. The GVW is shown on the VIN plate inside the driver's door, not just on the model name badge, so check that plate rather than relying on what the van looks like. Tell the breaker both your GVW rating and your registration so they can match the correct disc size.

Engine size can influence brake disc specification on the Crafter, as higher-output or heavier-duty variants were sometimes fitted with uprated braking hardware to suit the extra power and load. A 2.5 TDI disc and a 2.0 TDI disc may look similar but could differ in diameter or thickness, so cross-fitting without checking is a risk. Confirm the engine code, payload rating, and both registrations with the breaker before agreeing a purchase.

On the Crafter, designations like CR30 and CR35 refer to the payload or GVW class rather than a luxury trim level, and it is this weight-class difference that can affect brake disc specification — not cosmetic trim. So in this case the 'trim' designation does actually matter for fitment, because it reflects the van's rated weight and the braking system built to match it. Check your VIN plate for the precise GVW figure and pass that to the breaker alongside your registration.

The first-generation Crafter ran until 2016 and the second-generation arrived for 2017 on a new platform, so a 2015 disc and a 2017 disc come from fundamentally different vehicles. This is a clear generation boundary and cross-generation fitment is very unlikely to work, but you should still confirm with the breaker using both registrations to be certain. Do not assume fitment based on the van looking similar externally.

Front brake discs on the Crafter are generally the same part on both the nearside and offside, so you typically do not need to specify a side for the fronts. Rear discs are similarly non-handed on most variants, but it is always worth mentioning which corner you are replacing when speaking to the breaker, as they can confirm this for your specific GVW and generation. Passing your registration to the breaker removes any ambiguity.