Used Volkswagen Crafter Coil Spring

The Volkswagen Crafter uses a coil spring suspension setup on the front axle across its main generations, so yes, front coil springs are a genuine part on this vehicle. The rear suspension on most Crafter variants uses leaf springs rather than coil springs, so if you need a rear spring, a coil spring is unlikely to be what you are looking for — confirm with a breaker whether you need a rear leaf spring instead. Always clarify with your breaker whether you need a front coil spring or a rear leaf spring before ordering.

The Volkswagen Crafter ran in its first generation from 2006 to 2016, and the second generation launched in 2017 onward as a completely new platform, so these two generations are not interchangeable. The front suspension geometry changed significantly between generations, meaning a coil spring from a 2006–2016 van will not fit a 2017-onward van. Always buy from a breaker who can match the part to your exact registration.

Yes, this matters on the Crafter — VW offered the van in different GVW ratings, typically ranging from around 3.0 to 5.0 tonnes depending on the variant, and the front suspension including spring rates can differ to suit the higher-load versions. You should check the plate on your van for the exact GVW rating and pass this to your breaker, not just the model name, as the same year and engine can have different suspension components depending on payload specification. Do not assume that one Crafter spring fits all payload variants without confirming against your registration.

Engine size can influence front suspension loading, particularly on vans where heavier drivetrains may use uprated springs, so it is worth telling your breaker your exact engine variant. On the first-generation Crafter the 2.5 TDI was the earlier unit before VW moved to the 2.0 TDI, and there may be differences in front spring specification between these engines. Confirm the engine code and GVW with your breaker rather than assuming all Crafter coil springs are identical across engine variants.

On the Crafter, the CR30, CR35, and CR50 designations primarily refer to the GVW rating of the van rather than a luxury or cosmetic trim level, so these differences genuinely can affect which suspension components were fitted. A CR50 (higher GVW) may well have been fitted with heavier-rated front springs than a CR30, so this is not a detail you can ignore when sourcing a used spring. Always give your breaker the full designation and ideally the GVW from the vehicle plate to ensure the correct spring is matched to your van.

A 2015 Crafter falls in the first generation (2006–2016) while a 2017 Crafter is second generation, and these are built on entirely different platforms, so the front coil springs are not interchangeable between these two years. The 2017 second-generation Crafter was a ground-up redesign rather than a facelift, meaning suspension components from the older van will not cross over. Confirm your registration with a breaker who can verify the exact part against your specific vehicle.