FAG SS2448 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front or Rear

Engine Crankshaft Seal for OE-Style Fitment

FAG SS2448 is an engine crankshaft seal built for precise sealing performance in a wide range of Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, and Isuzu applications. It uses a metal-and-spring seal design with Viton sealing material to help maintain a tight seal at the crankshaft area.

With confirmed front and rear fitment across select vehicles from 1980 through 2010, this FAG SS2448 seal is a direct-fit option for owners servicing leak-prone engine sealing points on models such as the Audi A4, Audi A6 Quattro, and Volkswagen Touareg.

Key Features

• Part number: SS2448
• Seal type: metal with spring
• Sealing material: Viton
• Bore diameter: 1.89 in / 48.006 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 1.895 in / 48.133 mm
• Seal width: 1.378 in / 35.001 mm
• Engine sealing component for front and rear applications listed in fitment
• Cross-reference: Bosch 13942

Detailed Description

FAG SS2448 is engineered to match vehicle-specific sealing requirements and is built around dimensions that matter for crankshaft sealing accuracy. The Viton sealing material is selected for durability in demanding engine environments, while the metal and spring construction helps maintain consistent sealing contact. This part number also cross-references FAG global number 413 2448 100 for select applications.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes long-tail searches such as crankshaft seal for 2002-2005 Audi A4 front, front crankshaft seal for 2000-2006 Audi A6 Quattro, and front engine seal for 2004-2007 Volkswagen Touareg. It also applies to additional Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, and Isuzu models listed below.

What It Helps Address

• Engine oil leakage at the crankshaft sealing area
• Contamination entering the sealed engine end
• Loss of grease or lubricant retention at the bearing/seal interface
• Wear-related sealing issues on high-mileage front or rear engine applications
• Service replacement for damaged or hardened crankshaft seals

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width before installation to confirm proper seating. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the crankshaft journal for wear, scoring, or contamination before fitting the new seal. Confirm position-specific application details, since this part is listed for both front and rear locations depending on vehicle.

• Fits 2007-2010 Suzuki Swift+, N/A
• Fits 2004-2009 Audi S4, N/A
• Fits 2004-2007 Volkswagen Touareg, Front
• Fits 2000-2006 Audi A6 Quattro, Front
• Fits 2004-2006 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 1999-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, Front
• Fits 2002-2005 Audi A4, Front
• Fits 2002-2005 Audi A4 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1995-2005 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, Front
• Fits 2002-2004 Audi A6, Front
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi A6, Front
• Fits 1994-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1997-2003 Audi A8 Quattro, Front
• Fits 2002-2003 Audi S6, Front
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi S6, Front
• Fits 2001-2003 Audi S8, N/A
• Fits 1998-2003 Isuzu Rodeo, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Volkswagen EuroVan, Front
• Fits 1992-1997 Volkswagen EuroVan, Front
• Fits 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, Front
• Fits 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo, N/A
• Fits 1997-1999 Audi A8, Front
• Fits 1994-1998 Audi Cabriolet, Front
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi A6 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Passat, Front
• Fits 1993-1997 Volvo 850, Front
• Fits 1993-1995 Audi 90, Front
• Fits 1988-1991 Audi 90, Front
• Fits 1988-1995 Audi 90 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1993-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, Front
• Fits 1989-1994 Audi 100, Front
• Fits 1989-1994 Audi 100 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1992-1994 Audi S4, Front
• Fits 1990-1994 Audi V8 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1991-1992 Audi 80, Front
• Fits 1988-1992 Audi 80 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1989-1991 Audi 200, Front
• Fits 1989-1991 Audi 200 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1990-1991 Audi Coupe Quattro, Front
• Fits 1986-1988 Audi 5000 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1983-1988 Volkswagen Quantum, Front
• Fits 1984-1987 Audi 4000 Quattro, Front
• Fits 1987 Audi Coupe, Front
• Fits 1981-1984 Audi Coupe, Front
• Fits 1985-1986 Volvo 740, Front
• Fits 1985 Volvo 745, Rear
• Fits 1985 Volvo 760, Front
• Fits 1983-1984 Volvo 760, Rear
• Fits 1980-1983 Audi 4000, Front

Quality Assurance

FAG designs sealing components to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain its quality standards. SS2448 is built for demanding wheel-end and engine sealing applications where contamination control and lubricant retention are critical over the service life of the bearing or seal area.