Cheap Volkswagen Crafter Steering Box
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Buying a used Volkswagen Crafter steering box: what matters
Fitment on a used steering box varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
- State whether it's manual or power-assisted
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Fitment questions
Does the Volkswagen Crafter have a steering box or rack and pinion?
The Volkswagen Crafter uses rack and pinion steering, not a steering box — a steering box is a recirculating-ball unit typically found on older or heavy-duty vehicles, and was never fitted to any variant of the Crafter. If you are looking for the steering component on your Crafter, you almost certainly need a steering rack (also called a steering rack and pinion assembly), not a steering box.
What steering part should I actually be searching for on my Volkswagen Crafter?
The correct part to search for is a steering rack or power steering rack — this is the unit that converts your steering wheel input into movement at the wheels on the Crafter. When contacting a breaker, have your registration plate to hand so they can confirm the exact rack specification for your generation and engine variant, as power assistance type (hydraulic or electric) can vary.
Does it matter which generation my Crafter is when finding a replacement steering rack?
Yes, generation matters significantly — the first-generation Crafter ran from 2006 to 2016 and shares its platform with the Mercedes Sprinter, while the second-generation Crafter launched in 2017 and is a fully independent VW design, meaning the steering racks between these generations are not interchangeable. Always give the breaker your registration or VIN to confirm you are getting the correct rack for your specific generation.
Does the payload or GVW rating of my Crafter affect which steering rack fits?
It can do — vans with higher GVW or payload ratings may use a different steering rack specification to cope with the additional weight at the front axle, so it is worth checking the plate in your door shut or chassis leg rather than relying solely on the model name. Let the breaker know your GVW rating alongside your registration so they can verify the correct rack is being supplied.
Does the trim level of my Crafter — such as CR30 or CR35 — affect which steering rack I need?
Trim level or body designation (CR30, CR35 and so on) does not in itself determine steering rack fitment — what matters more is the generation, engine, and GVW rating. Your registration and chassis plate are the most reliable way to ensure the breaker matches the right rack to your vehicle.
Will a steering rack from a 2015 Crafter fit a 2017 Crafter?
Almost certainly not — 2015 falls within the first-generation Crafter (2006–2016), which is a co-developed platform shared with the Mercedes Sprinter, whereas the 2017 Crafter is a second-generation model built on an entirely new VW platform. These two generations have fundamentally different steering systems, so confirm this directly with the breaker using both registrations before purchasing.