Volkswagen Crafter Fog Light Replacement Parts

Fog lights were available on the Volkswagen Crafter but were not fitted as standard across all variants — they were typically an optional extra or came as part of higher specification packages, so not every Crafter will have them. If your van didn't leave the factory with fog lights, the bumper may have blanking covers in place of fog light housings. Check your existing bumper to confirm whether fog light apertures are already present before sourcing a replacement unit.

The first-generation Crafter ran from 2006 to 2016 and shares its front-end styling across that period, meaning fog lights from within that generation are generally compatible with one another regardless of wheelbase, roof height, or body configuration. The key boundary to be aware of is the move to the second-generation Crafter, which launched in 2017 with an entirely new front end, so first and second-generation fog lights are not interchangeable. Always confirm the generation of the donor vehicle matches yours before purchasing.

This is the critical generation boundary: the first-generation Crafter ended in 2016 and the all-new second-generation model launched in 2017 with a completely redesigned front end, so the fog lights are different between these two years and will not interchange. A fog light from a 2016 or earlier Crafter belongs to the first generation, while a 2017 or newer unit is second generation. Confirm the exact generation of any donor vehicle with the breaker against your registration to be certain.

Trim level does not affect fog light fitment on the Crafter — the fog light housing and lens are determined by the generation and whether your van has the fog light apertures in the bumper, not by whether it is a basic, Startline, Trendline, or Highline specification. However, be aware that some higher trims may have been more commonly optioned with fog lights from the factory, so the overall condition and spec of a donor vehicle may vary. The part itself is the same across trims within a generation, so focus on matching the generation rather than the trim name.

No — engine size, drivetrain, wheelbase, and roof height make no difference to fog light fitment on the Crafter, as the front-end panels are shared across all body configurations within a generation. Whether your Crafter is a short-wheelbase panel van or a long-wheelbase crew cab, the fog light from the same generation should be the same part. Just ensure the donor vehicle is from the correct generation (pre-2017 first-gen or 2017-onwards second-gen) and that your bumper already has the fog light apertures fitted.

Give the breaker your full registration number so they can confirm the generation and specification of your Crafter, and let them know whether your existing bumper already has fog light apertures or is currently blanked off. It is also worth confirming with the breaker whether the fog light unit from their donor vehicle matches your van's setup, as there can be differences in connector types or styling details between variants. Providing your VIN alongside the registration gives the breaker the best chance of matching the correct part to your vehicle.