Delphi TA1283 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA1283 Front Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA1283 is a steering tie rod end for front inner applications on select Volkswagen models. Built with a high-strength steel housing, steel tie rod material, and a coated finish, it is engineered for OE-style steering fitment and durability in demanding road conditions.

Key Features

• Front inner steering tie rod end for select Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, and Corrado applications
• High-strength steel housing with steel tie rod construction
• Coated finish for added surface protection
• Straight design with standard replacement grade
• Clockwise thread direction on both ends
• Male end 2 with 14.0 mm thread diameter and 1.5 thread pitch
• End 1 thread diameter: 22.0 mm; end 1 thread pitch: 1.5
• Interchanges with Delphi TA1283 and cross-references Mevotech Supreme MEV378 and MOOG EV378 for the same application

Detailed Description

Delphi TA1283 is a front inner steering tie rod end designed for OE-style replacement on Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, and Corrado models listed below. Delphi applies dimensional and material analysis to match OE and aftermarket requirements, and this part is tested across extreme temperature ranges and salt-spray exposure to support long-term steering performance. The result is a standard replacement tie rod end built for precise rack-and-pinion steering service on vehicles such as the 1993-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, 1993-1997 Volkswagen Golf, and 1990-1995 Volkswagen Corrado.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1995-1999 Volkswagen Cabrio, inner, ZF Design Rack & Pinion Gear
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, inner, seventh and eighth digit of VIN is 1H; with female threads at rack end
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, inner, seventh and eighth digit of VIN is 1H; with female threads at rack end
• Fits 1998 Volkswagen Golf, inner, ZF Design Rack & Pinion Gear
• Fits 1993-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, inner, ZF Design Rack & Pinion Gear
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Golf, inner, ZF Design Rack & Pinion Gear; with female threads at rack end
• Fits 1990-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, inner, with female threads at rack end

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel from worn inner tie rod components
• Excessive play in the front steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by steering geometry wear
• Clunking or knocking noises from the steering rack area
• Difficulty maintaining alignment after steering component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rack type, thread direction, and rack-end thread style before ordering. This part is for front inner use only and is not adjustable. Because no dust boot or grease fitting is included, inspect adjacent steering components, boots, and alignment settings during service. Verify fitment against the vehicle VIN notes where listed, especially for 1999 Golf and Jetta applications.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-focused engineering and validation for its steering portfolio, including temperature and corrosion testing to support consistent performance. TA1283 is built as a standard replacement part for the specified Volkswagen applications.