Parts for VW Crafter and LT commercial vehicles
The VW Crafter is a large panel van built on a platform shared with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter up to 2016, and on a purpose-built MAN-derived platform from 2017 onwards. This means parts for the pre-2017 Crafter often cross-reference with equivalent Sprinter components, while the post-2017 New Crafter uses a different parts structure. Confirm the year before ordering.
The VW LT is an older model produced from 1975 to 2006, which predates the Crafter. It was available in both panel van and chassis cab configurations and used a range of diesel engines over its production life. LT parts are increasingly specialist as supply diminishes — availability varies by component and model year.
On the Crafter, common maintenance items include the turbocharger and its oil feed pipe, EGR valve, coolant system hoses and thermostat, gearbox and clutch components on the manual-gearbox variants, and electrical items including the alternator, starter motor, and body control modules. Engine oil and filter specifications should match the engine code — the Crafter uses variants of the TDI engine in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre displacements across its production run.
When ordering parts for a specific Crafter application, the engine code from the engine bay sticker is the most reliable reference. Common engine codes across the Crafter range include CEBB, CECA, CJKA, CKUB, and others depending on the model year and market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are VW Crafter and Mercedes Sprinter parts the same?
For the pre-2017 Crafter (built on the shared platform), many mechanical and electrical components do cross-reference with the equivalent Sprinter, particularly for engine components where the same TDI engine is used. Body parts are Crafter-specific as the cabs have different styling. From 2017, the New Crafter uses a MAN-derived platform and shares fewer components with the Sprinter.
What engine does the VW Crafter use?
Pre-2017 Crafters use 2.5-litre TDI engines (BJK, CEBB, CECA variants) and later 2.0-litre TDI engines (CAAA, CJKA, CKTB variants). The New Crafter (2017 onwards) uses 2.0-litre TDI engines (CJKB, CKUB, and related variants). Always confirm the engine code from the engine bay sticker before ordering.
How do I find the engine code on a VW Crafter?
The engine code is typically found on a sticker in the engine compartment, on the engine block itself, or in the vehicle service booklet. It can also be read from the vehicle's ECU data via a diagnostic scan tool. The three or four character engine code (e.g. CEBB, CJKA) is the reference needed for accurate parts identification.
Do you stock parts for the VW LT?
We stock parts for VW LT commercial vehicles where availability allows. The LT is an older vehicle and some parts require specialist sourcing. Contact us on 01527 598 000 with your year and engine code to check availability for your specific vehicle.
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