Audi VW Hood Stop Buffer - Genuine Audi VW 3D0823429A

Product Information

A hood stop buffer is a small rubber or plastic component mounted on the frame or hood structure that cushions and stabilizes the hood when it is closed. Its purpose is to prevent metal-to-metal contact, reduce vibrations, and ensure proper hood alignment with the fenders and front fascia.

• Hood rattling or vibration while driving, especially at higher speeds, due to lack of cushioning.
• Misaligned hood fitment, causing uneven gaps or poor flush alignment with surrounding panels.
• Noise when closing the hood, such as clunking or harsh impact, from worn or missing buffers.

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.