Second Hand Volkswagen Crafter Suspension Leg

Yes, the Crafter uses MacPherson-style suspension legs (struts) at the front axle, so this is a genuine part on this model. The rear axle uses a different arrangement, so if you need a rear suspension component you may be looking for something different — confirm with the breaker exactly which corner and axle you need.

The first-generation Crafter (2006–2016) covers both of those years, so they share the same basic platform and front suspension architecture. However, you must also match the GVW/payload rating — check the plate inside the door or cab, as heavier-rated variants can carry different suspension components. Route the final cross-check to the breaker with your registration to confirm the exact part numbers align.

This spans a significant generation boundary: the first-generation Crafter ran from 2006 to 2016, while the second-generation Crafter launched for 2017 on an entirely new platform. These two generations are not interchangeable for suspension legs, so a 2016 part is very unlikely to fit a 2017 vehicle. Always confirm with the breaker against your specific registration to be certain.

On the Crafter, payload and GVW rating are the primary factors that influence suspension specification, but engine size can also play a role since larger or more powerful engines can affect front axle loading and may be paired with uprated components. Check the plate in the cab for your vehicle's GVW rating and tell the breaker both your registration and GVW to ensure you get the right part.

The front suspension leg itself is typically determined by the platform, generation, and GVW rating rather than the body style, so a panel van and a chassis cab of the same generation and weight rating would generally use the same front strut. That said, always provide your full registration and body style to the breaker so they can verify against their dismantled vehicle.

Trim level does not affect suspension leg fitment on the Crafter — the key variables are generation, GVW/payload rating, and which side (NS or OS) you need. Different trim names relate mainly to comfort and equipment levels rather than running gear, so do not be put off if the breaker's vehicle is a different trim to yours, as long as the generation and weight rating match.