Volkswagen Crafter Track Rod Replacement Parts

Yes, all Volkswagen Crafter vans have track rods as part of their front steering assembly — this applies to both the first-generation Crafter (2006–2016) and the second-generation Crafter (2017 onwards). The track rod connects the steering rack to the steering knuckle at each front wheel, and every Crafter variant uses this arrangement regardless of engine size or payload rating. Both the NS (nearside/left) and OS (offside/right) track rods are present on the vehicle.

No — the 2014 Crafter is a first-generation model (2006–2016) and the 2019 Crafter belongs to the second generation (2017 onwards), which is an entirely different platform and not interchangeable. The second-generation Crafter was redesigned from the ground up and shares no meaningful running-gear components with its predecessor. Always confirm with the breaker using your exact registration to ensure you receive the correct part.

Body length and body style (panel van, kombi, etc.) do not affect track rod fitment — the track rod is part of the front steering geometry, which does not change between wheelbase variants within the same generation. What does matter is the generation (first-gen 2006–2016 or second-gen 2017 onwards) and, on the second-generation van, it is worth confirming the GVW/payload rating with the breaker against your registration plate, as heavier-rated variants may have differences in front axle components. Side also matters — make sure you specify NS or OS when ordering.

The first-generation Crafter ran from 2006 to 2016 and received updates during its life, but whether a track rod from an early first-gen van crosses any mid-generation changes is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume. The breaker will be able to check the specific part number against your VIN to rule out any detail differences. Do not assume all first-generation track rods are identical without that check.

On the Crafter, engine size alone is unlikely to change the track rod specification the way it might affect brakes or suspension on some vehicles, but GVW and payload rating can influence front axle components — and higher-payload variants sometimes use uprated front-end parts. Confirm your GVW rating from the vehicle plate (not just the model name) and pass that information to the breaker alongside your registration. Never assume fitment based on engine size alone.

Trim level — whether Startline, Trendline or Highline — does not affect track rod fitment, as trim differences relate to interior specification and comfort features rather than steering or running gear. The factors that actually matter are the generation (first-gen 2006–2016 or second-gen 2017 onwards), your vehicle's GVW rating, and which side (NS or OS) you need. Give the breaker your registration and they can confirm the correct part regardless of trim.