When replacing a steering rack in the UAE, you will be offered a choice between an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) rack and a remanufactured or aftermarket replacement. This guide explains the main brands available in UAE and helps you choose the right option for your vehicle.
OEM Steering Rack Brands by Vehicle
Toyota and Lexus: JTEKT (under the Toyota OEM label) is the primary OEM steering rack supplier. Genuine Toyota racks carry a Toyota part number and come with factory warranty. Nissan: JTEKT, Hitachi, or Koyo depending on model and year. Honda: Showa, Jtekt, or Honda Genuine Parts. BMW: ZF (formerly ZF Lenksysteme) supplies most BMW power steering components. OEM BMW racks are expensive but precision-engineered for the specific model. Mercedes-Benz: Bosch and ZF supply Mercedes steering components. OEM racks are significantly more expensive than aftermarket alternatives. Audi and Volkswagen: ZF and Thyssenkrupp supply most Audi and VW group racks.
Remanufactured (Reman) Rack Brands Available in UAE
Cardone (USA): One of the most widely available reman rack brands in UAE workshops. Generally reliable with a 12-month warranty. Atlantic (regional): A regional reman supplier well-established in the GCC market. Quality is acceptable for high-volume Japanese and Korean models. Maval (USA): Available through some UAE parts distributors for American vehicle applications. German Auto Parts (local suppliers): For European vehicles, local UAE suppliers import reman racks from Germany and Eastern Europe specifically for the GCC market.
How to Choose
Choose OEM if: the vehicle is still under warranty; it is a precision steering system (sports, performance, or luxury vehicle); reman supply is poor for the specific model. Choose reman if: the vehicle is out of warranty; cost is a consideration; the model has good reman supply and a reputable brand is available with a warranty. Always ask: what brand of reman rack, and what warranty is included. A reputable workshop will answer both questions without hesitation.