OVERVIEW
Genuine VW/Audi interior door trim retainer clip
8V0-868-243-B is the individual retention clip for the assigned interior door-panel mounting point. It secures the matching trim panel to the door structure at the factory-specified location.
Replacing a damaged or missing retainer restores that attachment when the panel and receiving mount remain serviceable. This listing supplies one clip, so determine the required quantity by inspecting the panel being repaired.
Technical details and supplied quantity
- Manufacturer part number: 8V0-868-243-B; compact reference 8V0868243B.
- Brand: Genuine VW/Audi.
- Component: interior door trim retention clip.
- Application: the door-panel attachment point assigned this exact part revision.
- Quantity: one individual clip per purchase.
The complete door panel, receiving brackets and other fasteners are separate. Clip locations can differ between the front and rear doors or between trim-panel designs. Match the original profile and receiving mount rather than selecting a retainer by model year alone.
Common reasons to replace
- A clip is broken during trim-panel removal.
- The original retainer is missing from its designated location.
- The retaining section is damaged and no longer secures the panel correctly.
- A loose panel is traced to a defective attachment clip.
Door-panel rattles can also come from damaged panel mounts, loose screws or adjacent trim. Inspect the actual source before replacing parts. An intact new clip cannot repair a broken receiving bracket or compensate for a differently shaped mount.
Vehicle fitment
The applications below require the original door-trim mounting point specified for 8V0868243B. Confirm the door position and clip revision before ordering.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2019–2020 | 2.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline I4 | C8 Sedan; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi A6 | 2019–2020 | 3.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline V6 | C8 Sedan; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q3 | 2019–2022 | 2.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline I4 | F3 SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q7 | 2017–2020 | 2.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline I4 | 4M SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q7 | 2017–2019 | 3.0L supercharged TFSI gasoline V6 | 4M SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q7 | 2020 | 3.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline V6 | 4M SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q7 | 2022 | 2.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline I4 | 4M SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi Q8 | 2019–2020 | 3.0L turbocharged TFSI gasoline V6 | 4M SUV; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
| Audi S6 | 2020 | 2.9L twin-turbocharged TFSI gasoline V6 | C8 Sedan; quattro; Original factory transmission; interior door-panel mounting point determines fitment | Only the original door-trim retention location assigned revision 8V0868243B. Match the existing clip profile and door-panel receiving mount; confirm front/rear and left/right application in the vehicle diagram. One clip supplied; complete door-panel clip quantity varies. Not a universal replacement for differently specified retainers. |
Installation and service guidance
Follow the factory door-trim removal procedure and release the panel at its designated attachment points. Support the panel as the electrical connections and any mechanical linkages are handled according to the applicable procedure.
Remove damaged clip remnants from the original mounting location. Check the panel-side holder and door-side receiving area for distortion or damage before installing the replacement. Align the clip with the matching mount and seat it using the prescribed technique; do not force a mismatched clip into the opening.
Reassemble the panel with all required attachment screws and retainers. Confirm that its edges sit correctly, each repaired attachment holds securely and the affected door equipment operates normally after reassembly.