Vemo V15-61-0021 HVAC Heater Core

VEMO HVAC Heater Core for Volkswagen

The Vemo V15-61-0021 HVAC heater core is built for Volkswagen heating system service where compact dimensions, aluminum construction, and brazed cooling fins matter. It is a direct-fit heater core for select Volkswagen Beetle and Volkswagen Passat applications, including main heater use on 2012-2013 models.

Key Features

• Aluminum cooling fins and aluminum water tank construction
• Brazed cooling fins for efficient heat transfer
• Core dimensions: 178 x 160 x 26 mm
• Overall dimensions: 239 mm length, 225 mm width, 202 mm height
• Lightweight design at 0.763 kg
• VEMO part number V15-61-0021

Product Details

VEMO V15-61-0021 is an HVAC heater core engineered for the vehicle’s cabin heating circuit. The aluminum core and brazed fin design support consistent thermal exchange, while the compact footprint helps it fit the specified Volkswagen HVAC housing. This heater core is listed for 2012-2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat applications, with main heater coverage noted for 2012-2013 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012-2013 Volkswagen Passat. For buyers searching for a Volkswagen Beetle heater core or Volkswagen Passat heater core, V15-61-0021 provides the specified OE-style replacement format.

This part cross-references 561 819 031 A and 561 819 031 B for the same application.

Common Symptoms This Part May Address

• Weak or uneven cabin heat from the HVAC system
• Coolant odor inside the passenger compartment
• Fogging or film on the windshield caused by heater core leakage
• Loss of heater performance during cold-weather driving
• Coolant seepage associated with a failing heater core

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s HVAC configuration and match the listed dimensions before installation. On 2012-2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat applications, verify the heater core housing and coolant connections against the original unit. Proper coolant draining, system flushing, and air bleeding are important after replacement to restore normal heater operation. For Volkswagen Beetle heater core and Volkswagen Passat heater core service, compare the original part number and dimensions to VEMO V15-61-0021 before assembly.

Quality Assurance

VEMO supplies aftermarket HVAC components with application-specific fitment data and material specifications for accurate replacement selection. Part number V15-61-0021 is cataloged with defined dimensions, construction details, and interchange references to support confident ordering.