Motorad 5500KT Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Brand Motorad 5500KT
Gasket Or Seal Included No
Bolt Hole Quantity 2
Bolts Included No
Color Black, silver
Material Plastic, stainless steel, copper, rubber
Product line Kit
Fits Audi and Volkswagen · 100 vehicles

OE supplier quality. Made with OEM materials and manufacturing standards.

Rapid temperature response. Copper case and wax compound react quickly to coolant changes.

Air relief valve included. Offset design with OEM-style seals where applicable.

Cross-references Motorad 5500KT, 95500KT and NI for the same application. See all 3.

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Motorad 5500KT Thermostat Housing Assembly

The Motorad 5500KT engine coolant thermostat housing assembly is built for Volkswagen and Audi cooling system service where OE-style fit and temperature control matter. It combines a housing, thermostat, and seal in a kit format for direct replacement on listed applications, including Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Beetle, and Audi TT models.

Key Features

  • Engine coolant thermostat housing assembly for cooling system repair
  • OE supplier manufacturing with OEM quality materials and processes
  • Copper case and wax compound for quick response to coolant temperature changes
  • Offset design with air relief valve where applicable
  • OEM-style seals included where applicable
  • Black and silver construction using plastic, stainless steel, copper, and rubber
  • 2 bolt hole design
  • Motorad 5500KT part number for easy identification

Product Details

Motorad Kit line products are built as OE-style replacement components for cooling system service, with attention to factory specifications and sealing surfaces. The 5500KT thermostat housing assembly is manufactured to OE specifications and uses a copper case with wax compound to react quickly to coolant temperature changes, helping maintain proper engine operating temperature in Volkswagen and Audi applications. This part cross-references 95500KT for the same application. The Motorad 5500KT is listed for a wide range of Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Beetle, and Audi TT fitments, including 190F OE-specified temperature applications where noted.

Common Repair Applications

  • Coolant temperature regulation concerns
  • Thermostat housing leakage at the cooling system housing
  • Engine running too cool or too warm due to thermostat wear
  • Cracked or aged plastic housing replacement
  • Seal-related coolant seepage at the housing interface

Installation Notes

  • Verify engine code, thermostat temperature rating, and housing style before installation.
  • Fits 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico, N/A.
  • Fits 2012-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A.
  • Fits 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A.
  • Fits 2008-2011 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A.
  • Fits 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A.
  • Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, N/A.
  • Fits 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan, N/A.
  • Fits 1999-2007 Volkswagen Golf, N/A.
  • Fits 2003-2007 Volkswagen Polo, N/A.
  • Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT, N/A.
  • Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT Quattro, N/A.
  • Fits 1998-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A.
  • Fits 1998-2003 Audi A3, N/A.
  • Fits 2000-2003 Audi S3, N/A.
  • Fits 1999 Audi TT, N/A.
  • Gasket or seal is not separately listed as included; bolts are not included.

Quality Assurance

Manufactured by an OE supplier using OEM quality materials and safety standards, the Motorad 5500KT is built to meet factory-style cooling system requirements. Its OE-specification construction and temperature-response components support consistent performance in the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications.

This part fits 100 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2015VolkswagenClasico2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2015VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2014VolkswagenClasico2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2014VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2013VolkswagenClasico2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2013VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2012VolkswagenClasico2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2012VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2011VolkswagenClasico2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2011VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2010VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2009VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2009VolkswagenJetta City2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2008VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2008VolkswagenJetta City2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2008VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2007VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2007VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2007VolkswagenJetta City2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2007VolkswagenPolo2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2007VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2006VolkswagenPolo2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2006VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2005VolkswagenPolo2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2005VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2004VolkswagenPolo2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2004VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2003AudiS31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2003AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2003VolkswagenPolo2.0LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2003VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2002AudiS31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2002AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2002VolkswagenSharan1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2001AudiS31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2001AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2001VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2000AudiS31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
2000AudiTT1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000AudiTT Quattro1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenGolf1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
2000VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1999AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
1999AudiTT1.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
1999VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1999VolkswagenBeetle1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1999VolkswagenGolf2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1999VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1999VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
1998AudiA31.8LL4N/AIncludes housing, thermostat and seal; Kit
1998VolkswagenBeetle2.0LL4N/ATemperature 190F; Includes housing, thermostat and seal; OE Specified Temperature; Kit
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Motorad — 5500KT95500KTNI