Genuine BorgWarner Turbocharger (CKRA), 2012-2014 VW Passat TDI

Genuine New BorgWarner Turbocharger, 2012-2014 VW Passat TDI (CKRA), Direct Bolt-On + Complete Gasket Kit

A brand-new, genuine BorgWarner turbocharger, not a remanufactured core, for the 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI (CKRA engine, OE ref 03L253010J). If your factory turbo has failed, whether that's limp mode, low power, or a sticking VNT actuator, this is the direct bolt-on replacement that restores your Passat to proper running order, with the longevity of a new unit instead of a rebuild.

Everything to do the job once, included. VW turbo replacement needs a long list of one-time gaskets and seals, and most sellers make you chase them down separately. Every CKRA turbo from us ships with the most comprehensive install gasket kit available:

• DPF-to-cat, downpipe, SCR-cat exhaust, exhaust manifold, and EGR mixer gaskets
• 2x EGR gaskets, turbo adapter seal, LP-EGR-to-turbo grommet, and tube clamp
• Turbo outlet O-ring, oil return line gasket, plus 2x oil return pipe O-rings
• Inner and outer oil-feed banjo O-rings, plus 2x oil line seals added
• 10x copper pinch nuts

Add the wear parts you'll want fresh (optional at checkout): oil feed and return lines, turbo damper, downpipe clamp, and DEF injector seal, each with a tech note so you know exactly what's worth replacing while you're in there.

Install tips from our techs:

• Downpipe clamp: the dealer replaces these, but they can be reused. They're just tough to release without damaging, so have a spare on hand if yours is stubborn.
• DEF injector seal: you don't have to pull the DEF injector, but setting it aside keeps you from snapping it on the subframe, and disconnecting it from the line first keeps DEF from pooling on you while you work.
• Turbo damper: clean it thoroughly before reassembly.

Fits: 2012-2014 VW Passat TDI (CKRA). Genuine BorgWarner. Pairs well with our Passat 2012-2014 ECU tuning once you're back up and running.

FAQ

Is this a new turbo or a remanufactured one?
It's a brand-new, genuine BorgWarner turbocharger, not a reman or rebuilt core. That means the full service life of a new unit rather than the shorter, less predictable life of a rebuild.

What gaskets and seals are included?
The complete install gasket kit ships with every order: DPF-to-cat, downpipe, SCR-cat exhaust, exhaust manifold and EGR mixer gaskets, EGR gaskets, turbo adapter seal, oil return and oil-feed seals, copper pinch nuts, and more. You shouldn't need to source anything else for the gasket side of the job.

What other parts should I replace while I'm in there?
Common wear items worth adding at checkout are the oil feed and return lines, turbo damper, downpipe clamp, and DEF injector seal. Each has a tech note explaining whether it's a must-replace or a nice-to-have for your specific install.

What causes the factory CKRA turbo to fail?
Common symptoms include limp mode, noticeably low power, or a sticking VNT (variable nozzle turbine) actuator. This turbo is the direct bolt-on fix for those failure patterns.

Does this fit my Passat?
It's built specifically for the 2012-2014 VW Passat TDI with the CKRA engine (OE reference 03L253010J). Confirm your engine code before ordering if you're not sure which engine your Passat has.