Exhaust & emissionsHigh
DPF blocking on vans used mainly for short urban journeys
- Typically appears
- 60,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check for regeneration warning lights and ask about usage patterns
2017 Volkswagen Crafter problems
A 2017 Volkswagen Crafter is now 9 years old, so an average example has covered around 121,500 miles. This is the first model year of the generation · early-build cars carry the highest share of teething faults and the most recall activity, so check the service history for completed recall work. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2017 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2017 Volkswagen Crafter is 9 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 121,500 miles. At that mileage 3 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.
Faults a 2017 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~122k miles an average 2017 car has covered.
EngineMedium
EGR valve fouling causing rough running and warning lights
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check for hesitation under load and stored fault codes
SuspensionMedium
Rear leaf spring and bush wear on heavily loaded vans
- Typically appears
- 80,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check ride height unladen and inspect bushes for perishing
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
ElectricalLow
Instrument cluster and warning light glitches
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Check all dashboard warning lights extinguish correctly at start-up
BodyworkMedium
Load area floor and door corrosion from commercial use
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Inspect load floor, rear doors and sills for rust and impact damage
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Check this exact carVolkswagen Crafter · frequently asked questions
Is DPF blocking common on the Crafter?
Yes, especially on vans used for short urban runs rather than motorway miles.
What should I check on a used Crafter?
Full service history, DPF regeneration history and evidence of regular oil changes are essential.
Does the Crafter suffer bodywork damage?
Commercial use means dents and corrosion in the load area are common, so inspect thoroughly.
Is the Crafter reliable if maintained well?
Yes, it is generally robust provided servicing intervals and DPF care have been kept up.