Dorman 926-528 Engine Oil Filter Housing

Overview

Dorman 926-528 is a standard replacement engine oil filter housing built as an aluminum upgrade for failure-prone plastic housings. It addresses common oil leak concerns caused by heat, chemical exposure, and repeated service tightening. Compatible With Audi and Volkswagen applications listed below, this housing is a direct-fit repair solution for the specified vehicles.

Key Features

• Aluminum construction for improved durability over plastic housings.
• Standard replacement design for a direct-fit repair.
• Includes mounting gaskets for a complete sealing repair.
• Supplied with the oil cooler, oil filter element, and oil filter cap.
• Non-threaded fitting design for the listed applications.

Detailed Description

This Dorman engine oil filter housing, part number 926-528, is engineered to replace the original housing used on select Audi and Volkswagen models. The all-aluminum body helps address the cracking and warping that can occur in plastic housings exposed to underhood heat and oil-related chemicals. By replacing the housing with a more durable design, this part helps restore proper sealing at the oil filter assembly and supports a cleaner repair on vehicles such as the Audi A6 Quattro, Audi Q7, and Volkswagen Touareg.

The housing is a practical OE-style solution for owners and technicians dealing with recurring seepage around the filter adapter. This part cross-references B34880 for the same application. Use part number 926-528 when matching the correct oil filter housing for the listed Audi and Volkswagen fitments.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leaks from a warped or cracked filter housing.
• Sealing issues caused by degraded plastic construction.
• Damage from overtightening the oil filter cap during service.
• Recurring seepage at the oil filter adapter area.
• Replacement needs after housing failure on the listed vehicles.

Installation Notes

Verify fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Replace the housing and seals as part of the repair to help ensure proper sealing. Confirm the mounting hole count and non-threaded fitting design match the original configuration on the vehicle. This part number 926-528 is intended for the specific Audi and Volkswagen applications shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Dorman positions this OE FIX housing as an aluminum upgrade over the original plastic design, with included gaskets to support an effective repair. Part number 926-528 is built for the listed applications and follows a standard replacement format for service work on Audi and Volkswagen engines.