Holstein 2VSS0038 Vehicle Speed Sensor

Holstein Vehicle Speed Sensor for Volkswagen Speedometer Applications

The Holstein Parts 2VSS0038 vehicle speed sensor is built for Volkswagen speedometer applications that rely on a direct electrical signal from the transmission or drivetrain. With a 3-terminal blade design, rectangular female connector, and screw mount, it supports a secure OE-style connection for accurate speedometer operation.

Holstein Parts focuses on application-specific electrical components, and this Holstein 2VSS0038 speed sensor is matched to select Volkswagen models from the mid-1990s through 1999.

Key Features

• Vehicle speed sensor for speedometer signal input
• 3-terminal blade connection with male terminals
• Rectangular female connector for a direct fit
• Screw mount design for secure installation
• Fits select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle, Cabrio, and Corrado applications
• Cross-references Standard Ignition SC348 for the same application

Detailed Description

The Holstein Parts 2VSS0038 is a replacement vehicle speed sensor designed for Volkswagen speedometer systems. It uses a blade-style terminal layout, rectangular connector shape, and screw-in mounting style to match the original electrical interface on listed applications. This part number is commonly searched as Holstein 2VSS0038 and is used in Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Passat fitments, along with select Beetle, Cabrio, and Corrado models.

Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, for speedometer; to VIN 1H-X-245 000. Fits 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, for speedometer. Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, for speedometer. Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, for speedometer. Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, for speedometer. Fits 1996 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A, for speedometer; to VIN 1E-TK030 000. Fits 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A, for speedometer. Fits 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A, for speedometer.

This part cross-references Standard Ignition SC348 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Inoperative or erratic speedometer readings
• Intermittent vehicle speed signal loss
• Speedometer needle fluctuation
• Faults related to the vehicle speed sensor circuit
• Drivability issues tied to incorrect speed input data

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style before installation. Confirm the VIN breakpoints listed for 1999 Jetta and 1996 Cabrio applications, since those fitments are limited by chassis number. Inspect the harness connector and mounting point for corrosion, damaged terminals, or stripped threads before installing the new sensor.

Quality Assurance

Holstein Parts supplies application-specific electrical components for listed Volkswagen fitments. This Holstein Parts 2VSS0038 speed sensor is built to match the specified connector and mounting configuration for direct replacement use on the vehicles shown above.