Audi VW Exhaust Muffler - Genuine Audi VW 5Q0253409C

Product Information

An exhaust muffler is a component in a vehicle’s exhaust system designed to reduce engine noise and direct exhaust gases safely out of the tailpipe. It contains chambers, baffles, or perforated tubes that dissipate sound waves while allowing exhaust flow.

• Loud or unusual exhaust noise – Rust holes, cracks, or internal damage causing reduced sound dampening.
• Visible rust or holes – Corrosion from moisture, road salt, or age.
• Exhaust fumes inside the vehicle – Leaks allowing gases to escape before the tailpipe.
• Reduced engine performance or fuel efficiency – Severe blockages or internal collapse restricting exhaust flow.

About Genuine VW Audi

The Volkswagen Group, also known as “VAG”, consists of Volkswagen, Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, Bugatti, Porsche, Ducati, MAN, Scania, SEAT, and Skoda. The original parts used by VAG to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine VAG” brand. Manufactured under the direction of VAG, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are available exclusively through the VAG Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your VAG are not necessarily manufactured by VAG. No cause for concern, as VAG designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for VAG for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine VAG parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a VAG logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.