Vaico V40-50055 Engine Water Pump

Overview

VAICO V40-50055 is a mechanical engine water pump built for select Buick and Chevrolet applications. It uses a metal impeller and includes a seal, giving you the core components needed for cooling-system service on compatible vehicles.

Compatible With Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Cruze Limited applications listed below. The V40-50055 part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for the same cooling-system application.

Key Features

• Mechanical water pump design for engine-driven coolant circulation.
• Metal impeller construction for durable coolant movement.
• Supplied with seal for service replacement.
• VAICO V40-50055 fitment for select Buick and Chevrolet models.
• Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

Detailed Description

VAICO V40-50055 is an engine water pump for cooling-system repair and maintenance on select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Cruze Limited vehicles. The mechanical operating mode matches engine-driven pump operation, while the metal impeller supports consistent coolant flow through the system. The included seal helps address leak-prone service points during replacement. If you are sourcing a Buick Encore water pump or a Chevrolet Cruze water pump by part number, V40-50055 is the reference to use for the listed applications.

Common Uses

• Replacing a worn water pump that no longer circulates coolant properly.
• Addressing coolant leaks at the pump sealing surface.
• Restoring cooling-system performance after bearing or impeller wear.
• Servicing overheating concerns tied to pump failure.
• Matching the OE-numbered application for V40-50055 on listed Buick and Chevrolet models.

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and OE reference before ordering. Confirm the listed fitment notes, including applications marked without pulley and those identified with OE no. 55486342. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly and inspect the cooling system for contamination or related wear before installing the replacement pump.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies aftermarket replacement parts for European and domestic vehicle service needs. Part number V40-50055 is cataloged with fitment-specific application data to support accurate selection for the listed Buick and Chevrolet vehicles.