KNECHT LAK 181 — which vehicles it fits
Cabin air filter catalogued by TecDoc, the vehicles it is listed for, and other brands listed for the same vehicles.
The TecDoc catalogue lists KNECHT LAK 181 (Filter, cabin air) for 7 vehicles VinSnap tracks: Volkswagen Jetta (2015–2016, 2019, 2021, 2024) and Volkswagen Tiguan (2015–2016). Other brands with a cabin air filter listed for all 7 of the same vehicles include MAHLE LAK 181, K&N Filters VF3013 and MAXGEAR 26-0117; they share catalogue fitment, which is not the same as an official interchange. Coverage here is limited to the base engine of about 400 US-market models, so the full catalogue can list more vehicles; confirm fit by VIN before buying.
Last updated: · Source: TecDoc catalogue
KNECHT LAK 181 at a glance
| Brand | KNECHT |
|---|---|
| Part number | LAK 181 |
| TecDoc product name | Filter, cabin air |
| Part type | Cabin Air Filter (HVAC) |
| Tracked vehicles it fits | 7 (2 models) |
| Other brands, same vehicles | 59 list a cabin air filter for all 7 |
Source: TecDoc catalogue (article lists for each vehicle's base engine). Cross-reference LAK 181 for declared interchanges.
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Vehicles KNECHT LAK 181 fits
| Vehicle | Catalogued engine | Engine built |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.2 L petrol, 4-cyl, 105 hp | 2010–2017 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.2 L petrol, 4-cyl, 105 hp | 2010–2017 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 150 hp | 2017–now |
| 2021 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 150 hp | 2017–now |
| 2024 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 150 hp | 2017–now |
| 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 122 hp | 2010–2018 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 122 hp | 2010–2018 |
Each row links to that vehicle's cabin air filter page. Engines are the base engine TecDoc lists for the model year; other engines can take a different part.
Also fits the same vehicles
Other brands' cabin air filter that TecDoc lists for all or most of the vehicles above. This is shared catalogue fitment, not a manufacturer-declared interchange.
| Brand | Part number | Same vehicles | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE | LAK 181 | All 7 | Find → |
| K&N Filters | VF3013 | All 7 | Find → |
| MAXGEAR | 26-0117 | All 7 | Find → |
| DENCKERMANN | M110376 | All 7 | Find → |
| CHAMPION | CCF0303C | All 7 | Find → |
| AIRMATIC Filterbau | IF0111 | All 7 | Find → |
| ASHIKA | FAA-006JM | All 7 | Find → |
| AVS AUTOPARTS | HBA166C | All 7 | Find → |
| BOGAP | A8112158 | All 7 | Find → |
| BÖLK | BOL-B031005 | All 7 | Find → |
| Castrol Filters | CC0001 | All 7 | Find → |
| COMLINE | EKF118 | All 7 | Find → |
Frequently asked questions
What vehicles does KNECHT LAK 181 fit?
TecDoc lists KNECHT LAK 181 for 7 vehicles VinSnap tracks: Volkswagen Jetta (2015–2016, 2019, 2021, 2024) and Volkswagen Tiguan (2015–2016). This covers each model's base engine only; confirm your exact engine by VIN.
What can I use instead of KNECHT LAK 181?
TecDoc lists 59 other brands with a cabin air filter for all 7 of the same vehicles, for example MAHLE LAK 181, K&N Filters VF3013, MAXGEAR 26-0117 and DENCKERMANN M110376. Shared fitment is not an official interchange, so check dimensions or cross-reference the number before substituting.
What kind of part is KNECHT LAK 181?
TecDoc names it "Filter, cabin air", which VinSnap files under cabin air filter (hvac).