VDO FA70812 Dual Radiator and Condenser Fan Assembly

OE-Style Dual Cooling Fan Assembly

The VDO FA70812 dual radiator and condenser fan assembly is built for vehicles that need precise cooling control and OE-style fitment. With a plastic and aluminum construction, 12-volt operation, and a bi-directional fan design, it supports consistent airflow across the radiator and condenser on select Volkswagen and Audi applications.

Fits 2007-2016 Volkswagen Eos, N/A. Fits 2008-2015 Audi TT Quattro, N/A. Fits 2009-2015 Volkswagen CC, N/A. Fits 2009-2015 Volkswagen Tiguan, N/A. Fits 2006-2014 Volkswagen GTI, N/A. Fits 2006-2013 Audi A3, N/A. Fits 2006-2013 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A. Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf, N/A. Fits 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A. Fits 2006-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A. Fits 2008-2009 Audi TT, N/A.

• VDO FA70812 dual radiator and condenser fan assembly
• Plastic / aluminum construction with black shroud and black blades
• 12-volt, 26-amp electrical design
• Dual-fan layout with 11.500 in. and 14.170 in. fan diameters
• Curved S-blade design for controlled airflow
• Plug-in connector with 4 terminals and male blade terminals
• Bi-directional fan rotation
• Application-specific OE fit, form, and function

Detailed Fitment and Design

VDO FA70812 is engineered as a direct replacement cooling fan assembly for select Audi A3, Audi A3 Quattro, Audi TT, Audi TT Quattro, Volkswagen Eos, Volkswagen CC, Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Beetle, and Volkswagen Jetta applications. The assembly uses two fan sizes, a plastic shroud, and precision-balanced components to support stable operation and reduced vibration. This part cross-references Four Seasons 76304 for the same application.

VDO manufactures this dual fan assembly to OEM specifications in ISO TS certified facilities, with application-specific design intended to match the original fit and electrical interface. The FA70812 part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for Volkswagen and Audi cooling system service, including VDO FA70812 and VDO FA70812 dual radiator and condenser fan assembly.

Common Cooling System Issues

• Overheating at idle or in stop-and-go traffic
• Weak airflow through the radiator and condenser
• Cooling fan noise caused by worn bearings or unbalanced blades
• Intermittent fan operation from electrical or motor wear
• Reduced A/C performance when condenser airflow is restricted

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting dimensions before installation. This assembly uses a plug-in connector with a single plug and male blade terminals, so the vehicle harness should match the original configuration. Confirm the fan shroud size, depth, and fan diameters against the removed unit to ensure proper alignment in the engine bay.

Because this is an application-specific assembly, installation is typically straightforward when the vehicle match is confirmed. Inspect related cooling components, including the radiator, condenser, relays, and wiring, before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

VDO cooling fan assemblies are manufactured and tested to OEM specifications. The brand’s OE-focused design approach emphasizes quiet operation, dependable performance, and consistent fitment for service replacement use.