Vaico V10-1838 Exhaust Sleeve

Exhaust Sleeve for VW and Audi Applications

The Vaico V10-1838 exhaust sleeve is a double-clamp connector built for 56 mm exhaust pipe connections. It is specified for a range of Volkswagen and Audi models, including Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, A4, A4 Quattro, S4, TT, A6, A8, and S8 applications where the OE reference matches 357253141A.

VAICO focuses on OE-style replacement parts under the VAICO brand line, and this exhaust sleeve follows that approach with application-specific sizing and fitment details for select Volkswagen and Audi exhaust repairs.

• 56 mm diameter for matched exhaust pipe connections
• Double clamp pipe connector design
• 125 mm height and 56 mm length
• 60 mm width for compact exhaust hardware packaging
• Cross-references OE-style part number 357253141A
• Part number: V10-1838

Detailed Product Information

Vaico V10-1838 is an exhaust sleeve used in exhaust hardware, fasteners, and fittings applications where a secure double-clamp connection is required. The 56 mm diameter is the key sizing detail, making this part relevant for vehicles that use the corresponding OE exhaust joint specification. This part number, V10-1838, is listed across multiple Volkswagen and Audi platforms, including Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Jetta City, Passat, and Cabrio, as well as Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A8, A8 Quattro, S4, S6, S8, TT, and TT Quattro.

This part cross-references OE number 357253141A for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
• Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, N/A
• Fits 2003-2009 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 1997-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2004-2009 Audi S4, N/A
• Fits 2000-2001 Audi S4, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; From Vin 9M-7-600 001
• Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, N/A; From Vin 9M-7-600 001
• Fits 2003-2008 Audi A4, N/A
• Fits 1997-2001 Audi A4, N/A
• Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT, N/A
• Fits 1995-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2005 Audi A4, N/A; To Vin 8E-5-400 000
• Fits 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; To Vin 9M-5-149 999
• Fits 2003-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 1995-2000 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Audi A6, N/A
• Fits 2003 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A; To Vin 4D-3-004 999
• Fits 2003 Audi S8, N/A; To Vin 4D-3-004 999
• Fits 2002 Audi A4, N/A; From Vin 8E-2-000 001
• Fits 2002 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; From Vin 8E-2-000 001
• Fits 1997-2002 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2002 Audi S4, N/A; To Vin 8D-2-010 000
• Fits 2001-2002 Audi S8, N/A
• Fits 2000-2002 Audi TT Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2001-2002 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; From Vin 3B-1-050 001
• Fits 2001 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; To Vin 3B-1-049 999
• Fits 1999 Audi A4, N/A; From Vin 8D-X-200 001
• Fits 1997-1999 Audi A8, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; From Vin 9M-X-000 001
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; To Vin 1H-X-245 000
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi S6, N/A
• Fits 1996 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A; To Vin 1E-TK030 000
• Fits 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a worn or corroded exhaust sleeve at the pipe joint
• Restoring a secure seal at a 56 mm exhaust connection
• Addressing exhaust leaks caused by clamp fatigue or joint movement
• Repairing damaged exhaust hardware on Volkswagen and Audi platforms
• Matching OE-style exhaust service requirements for listed applications

Installation Notes

Confirm the exhaust pipe diameter before installation; this part is specified for 56 mm connections. Verify the vehicle VIN breakpoints shown in the fitment data, especially on Audi A4, A4 Quattro, S4, Passat, Jetta, and related models where production splits apply. Clean the mating surfaces and inspect the adjoining exhaust sections for wear, distortion, or corrosion before securing the double-clamp connection.

Quality Assurance

Vaico V10-1838 is an aftermarket exhaust sleeve built to OE-reference specifications for the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications. The part is identified against OE number 357253141A and is cataloged with defined dimensional data for fitment verification.