Volkswagen Windshield Molding - Genuine VW 5N08543285AP

Product Information

A Windshield Molding is a trim or sealing strip that runs around the edges of a vehicle’s windshield. It is usually made of rubber, plastic, or a combination of both. Its main purpose is to seal, secure, and protect the windshield while giving it a clean, finished look.

• Water leaks inside the cabin – rainwater or car wash water dripping onto the dashboard or carpets.
• Wind noise at higher speeds – whistling or rushing air sounds due to broken or loose seals.
• Loose or missing trim pieces – molding may detach, flap in the wind, or appear misaligned.

About Genuine VW

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 VW to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine VW” brand. Manufactured under the direction of VW, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are available exclusively through the VW Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your VW are not necessarily manufactured by VW. No cause for concern, as VW designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for VW 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 VW parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a VW logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming directly 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.