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Part #: 73279

Four Seasons 73279 HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator

Air Door Actuator, Left Main
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Air Door Actuator, Left Main
Fitment: Audi and Volkswagen, Q3, Q3 Quattro, Jetta, Q5, Q7, CC, Tiguan, Tiguan Limited, Eos, Passat, TT, TT Quattro, TT RS Quattro, TTS Quattro, Golf, GTI, A3, A3 Quattro, Golf R, Golf SportWagen, Passat CC, Golf City, Jetta City, Rabbit, and R32
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Four Seasons 73279 HVAC Air Door Actuator

The Four Seasons 73279 is an HVAC recirculation door actuator for vehicles that need precise control of cabin air routing. It is built with a female door linkage, 3 mounting ears, and a 5-pin terminal layout for direct replacement use in supported Audi and Volkswagen applications.

Key Features

  • Four Seasons Air Door Actuator line for HVAC recirculation door control
  • Female door linkage for the specified HVAC door connection
  • 3 mounting ears for secure installation
  • 5-terminal pin configuration
  • Direct replacement for select Audi Q3, Audi TT, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Tiguan applications
  • Part number 73279 for easy identification and ordering

Product Details

This HVAC air door actuator helps control the recirculation door inside the climate system, directing airflow between fresh air and recirculated cabin air. Four Seasons 73279 is listed for a wide range of Audi and Volkswagen models, including the Audi Q3, Audi Q4 e-tron, Audi TT, Volkswagen ID.4, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Tiguan, and Volkswagen Passat. It also cross-references ATE 604816 for the same application.

Fits 2022-2024 Audi Q4 e-tron, right. Fits 2023-2024 Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback, right. Fits 2021-2024 Volkswagen ID.4, right. Fits 2015-2018 Audi Q3, main or left main or right main depending on climate control configuration. Fits 2015-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro, main or left main or right main depending on climate control configuration. Fits 2015-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, defrost. Fits 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, right. Fits 2012-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, main or left main or right main depending on climate control configuration. Fits 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat, left or right with dual-zone climate control.

Common Repair Symptoms

  • HVAC recirculation door stuck in one position
  • Inconsistent airflow direction from the vents
  • Cabin air not switching properly between fresh and recirculated modes
  • Clicking or actuator noise from the dash area
  • Climate control response problems in Audi and Volkswagen vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and position before ordering, since fitment varies by HVAC configuration and dual-zone climate control setup. Confirm the door linkage style, 3-ear mounting pattern, and 5-pin connector match the original unit. For vehicles such as the Audi Q3 and Volkswagen Tiguan, review the fitment notes carefully to distinguish between main, left main, and right main applications.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies HVAC replacement components for a broad range of import vehicle applications. Part number 73279 is cataloged against multiple OE and aftermarket references to support accurate replacement selection.

BrandFour Seasons
Part Number73279
PositionAir Door Actuator, Left Main
Door LinkageFemale
Mounting Ear Qty.3
StyleHVAC Air Door Actuator
Terminal Pin Qty.5

This part fits 200 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2024AudiQ4 e-tronRight
2024AudiQ4 e-tron SportbackRight
2024VolkswagenID.4Right
2023AudiQ4 e-tronRight
2023AudiQ4 e-tron SportbackRight
2023VolkswagenID.4Right
2022AudiQ4 e-tronRight
2022VolkswagenID.4Right
2021VolkswagenID.4Right
2018AudiQ3MainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2018AudiQ3Left MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2018AudiQ3Right MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2018AudiQ3 QuattroMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2018AudiQ3 QuattroLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2018AudiQ3 QuattroRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2018VolkswagenJettaN/ADefrost; Air Door Actuator
2018VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3N/AAir Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3MainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3Left MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3Right MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3 QuattroN/AAir Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3 QuattroMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3 QuattroLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ3 QuattroRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017AudiQ52.0LL4N/AAir Door Actuator
2017AudiQ72.0LL4N/AAir Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenCCN/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenJettaN/AAir Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenJettaN/ADefrost; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguanRightAir Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguan LimitedRightAir Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguan LimitedMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguan LimitedLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2017VolkswagenTiguan LimitedRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3MainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3Left MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3Right MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3 QuattroMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3 QuattroLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016AudiQ3 QuattroRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenCCN/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenJettaN/ADefrost; Air Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2016VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3MainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3Left MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3Right MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3 QuattroMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3 QuattroLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015AudiQ3 QuattroRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenCCN/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenCC2.0LL4N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenCC3.6LV6N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenJettaN/ADefrost; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenPassat2.5LL5N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenPassat3.6LV6N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenPassat1.8LL4N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenPassat2.0LL4N/AVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2015VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014AudiQ3 QuattroMain
2014AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2014AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2014AudiTT RS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2014AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenCCLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenCCRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenGolfRightAir Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenGTIRightAir Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenPassatLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenPassatRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2014VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2013AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2013AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2013AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2013AudiTT RS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2013AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenCCLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenCCRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenGolfRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenGolf RRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenGolf SportWagenRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenGTIRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenPassatLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenPassatRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2013VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2012AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2012AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2012AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2012AudiTT RS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2012AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenCCLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenCCRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenGolfRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenGolf RRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenGolf SportWagenRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenGTIRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenPassatLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenPassatRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenPassat CCLeftVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenPassat CCRightVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenTiguanMainNot compatible with dual-zone climate control.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenTiguanLeft MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2012VolkswagenTiguanRight MainVehicle is compatible with Dual Zone Climate Control for HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2011AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2011AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2011AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2011AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2011AudiTT RS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2011AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenCCLeft
2011VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenGolfRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenGolf SportWagenRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenGTIRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2011VolkswagenPassat CCLeft
2010AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2010AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2010AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2010AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2010AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenCCLeft
2010VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenGLIN/A
2010VolkswagenGolf2.5LL5RightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4RightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenGolf CityRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenGolf SportWagenRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenGTIRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenJettaN/AAir Door Actuator
2010VolkswagenPassatLeft
2010VolkswagenPassat CCLeft
2009AudiA32.0LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiA31.4LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiA31.8LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiA3 Quattro2.0LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiA3 Quattro3.2LV6RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiTT Quattro2.0LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiTT Quattro3.2LV6RightAir Door Actuator
2009AudiTTS QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenCCLeft
2009VolkswagenEosN/AAir Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenGolf CityRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenGTIRightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenJettaN/AAir Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenJetta CityN/AAir Door Actuator
2009VolkswagenPassatLeft
2009VolkswagenPassat CCLeft
2008AudiA32.0LL4RightAir Door Actuator
2008AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2008AudiTTRightAir Door Actuator
2008AudiTT QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2008VolkswagenGTIN/AAir Door Actuator
2008VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2008VolkswagenJetta CityRightAir Door Actuator
2008VolkswagenPassatN/ATo 11/2007; Air Door Actuator
2008VolkswagenR32RightHVAC Recirculation Door Actuator. Considered a direct replacement for a faulty or malfunctioning actuator.; Air Door Actuator
2007AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2007AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGolfN/AAir Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGolfMainNot compatible with Dual Zone A/C variations.; Air Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGolf CityN/AAir Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGolf CityMainNot compatible with Dual Zone A/C variations.; Air Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGTIN/AAir Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenGTIMainNot compatible with Dual Zone A/C variations.; Air Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenJettaN/AATC relay connector incompatible with HVAC blower motor resistor harness.; Air Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenJetta CityN/AATC relay connector incompatible with HVAC blower motor resistor harness.; Air Door Actuator
2007VolkswagenPassatN/AAir Door Actuator
2006AudiA3RightAir Door Actuator
2006AudiA3 QuattroRightAir Door Actuator
2006VolkswagenGolfN/AAir Door Actuator
2006VolkswagenGTIN/AAir Door Actuator
2006VolkswagenGTIRightNot compatible with Dual Zone A/C variations.; Air Door Actuator
2006VolkswagenJettaRightAir Door Actuator
2006VolkswagenPassatN/AAir Door Actuator

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

17127791K0907511B1K0907511Q2Q0907511E3C0907511D3C0907511T6048166551752173279A60279BDAC1250MT18747

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.