VW Hood Hinge - Genuine VW 1KM823302

Product Information

A hood hinge is the pivoting mechanism that connects a vehicle’s hood to the body, allowing it to open and close smoothly. Typically made of steel or other durable metal, it ensures the hood stays securely aligned when shut and provides stable movement when opened for engine access. Hood hinges often work in pairs, one on each side of the hood, and may incorporate springs or gas struts to assist with lifting and holding the hood open.

• Hood becomes misaligned, difficult to open, or does not close flush with the body.
• Squeaking, grinding, or stiffness when opening or closing the hood.
• Visible rust, bending, or looseness that compromises stability and safety.

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.