Second Hand Volkswagen Crafter Door Hinge

The Crafter comes in two generations: the first-generation (Mk1) ran from 2006 to 2016, and the second-generation (Mk2) launched in 2017 onwards — these two generations are not interchangeable for door hinges as the body structures differ significantly. Within the same generation, hinges are more likely to cross over, but you should always confirm the exact fit with the breaker against your registration, as facelift or production changes within a generation can affect hinge mounting points. Never assume a hinge will fit purely because the vans are close in age.

Yes, this matters significantly — the Crafter is available with either a sliding side door or twin hinged rear barn doors, and the hinge assemblies are completely different items serving different functions. If you are replacing a hinge on a hinged rear door, you need to specify that clearly to the breaker, as sliding-door variants do not use the same hardware. Always tell the breaker which door position you need the hinge for and confirm the body configuration of your van.

Wheelbase can be relevant specifically for sliding side-door variants on the Mk2 Crafter (2017 onwards), where different wheelbases may have different door aperture dimensions. For the fixed cab doors at the front, wheelbase is generally not a fitment factor. Confirm your wheelbase with the breaker if you are sourcing a hinge for a sliding door, particularly on a long-wheelbase or extra-long-wheelbase model.

Trim level — whether Startline, Trendline, or Highline — does not affect the door hinge itself, as the hinge is a structural frame component determined by the body configuration rather than the specification level. You may find cosmetic differences such as paint finish or minor surface treatment between trim levels, but these do not affect fitment and a hinge can be resprayed if needed. Focus instead on getting the correct generation, door position, and NS or OS side right.

NS stands for nearside, which is the passenger side (left-hand side when sitting in the driver's seat), and OS stands for offside, which is the driver's side (right-hand side) — this is the standard UK convention used by breakers. Door hinges are side-specific, so a hinge from the NS front door will not correctly fit the OS front door. Always tell the breaker clearly which side and which door position (front cab door, rear barn door, etc.) you need when requesting a quote.

No — the Mk1 Crafter (2006–2016) and the Mk2 Crafter (2017 onwards) are fundamentally different vehicles with different body structures, and door hinges from one generation are not expected to be compatible with the other. The Mk2 was a completely new design rather than a facelift, so parts from the two generations should be treated as non-interchangeable. Always source a hinge from the same generation as your van and confirm the exact fit with the breaker against your registration number.