The Volkswagen Passat B5 and B5.5 shared the same floor structure across the full 1997 to 2005 production run, covering both the saloon and Variant estate. Recaro sub-frame 862317 was developed for that platform, and the -2002 suffix in the SKU is Recaro’s internal platform year code. The kit uses the Passat’s OEM bolt pattern and includes fore-aft runners for the same adjustment range as the original seat.
The Passat B5 Variant in particular was a popular company car and long-distance driver’s car through this era. Drivers covering high weekly mileage found the OEM seats tiring over a full day. A Recaro Comfortline seat on this frame puts better lumbar support and lateral hold into the cabin without the installation compromise of a universal bracket.
The B5.5 facelift introduced in 2001 used the same floor structure, so 862317 covers both the B5 and B5.5 without distinction. The listing has driver and passenger position options.
One frame per seat. For a pair, order twice and select the appropriate side each time. Tell us which Recaro model you’re fitting at checkout. We’ll confirm the combination before the order goes out.
Recaro sub-frames accept Recaro seats only. Side-mount seats need separate adaption bars. Base-mount reclining sport seats and base-mount buckets locate directly into the frame.
