What This Piece Actually Is
This is the lower step fairing that sits at the front corner of the cab, below the main step well, where the fairing wraps down and protects the step assembly from road spray and debris. It's a cosmetic and functional piece — keeps junk out of the step area and finishes off the fairing line on the front corner.
Fits Volvo VNL 2018-2024 and cross-applies to VT models 2006-2024 since Volvo carried this fairing design across a long production run without major changes. Mounting points and fairing contour are the same, so one part number covers a wide swath of trucks.
It's a bolt-on piece — no wiring, no adjustment needed. If your old one is cracked from a curb hit or just brittle from UV exposure, this is a straight swap.
Reading the Cross-Reference Numbers
The numbers in the table — 157-5501, 20434354, 20434384, 8085900 — all cross to 20489697 because they're the same fairing piece from different catalog sources: some are aftermarket manufacturer numbers, some are older Volvo part numbers that got superseded when Volvo revised their internal numbering.
Where you need to be careful: Volvo made left and right versions, and there are similar-looking upper and lower fairing pieces on the same truck. Don't just match on 'front fairing step' — confirm you're ordering the lower piece, and confirm left vs right side, because those numbers aren't interchangeable side to side.
Surest way to be sure: pull the number off your old fairing (usually molded or stamped somewhere on the back side) and match it against what's in our system, or give us your VIN and we'll run it. Cheap part, but nobody wants to reorder because of a left/right mix-up.
Ordering From PartStop
We're in Tacoma and keep these in stock for same-day pickup or will-call if you're local and need to get a truck back on the road today. Ship nationwide if you're not close by, usually out the door same day on orders placed before early afternoon.
This is an aftermarket piece, not going to run you dealer money, and it carries our standard 6+ month warranty. Confirm fit against your VIN or the old part number before you order — we'll double check it with you if you're not sure.
20489697 Cross-Reference & Interchange Numbers
These manufacturer and aftermarket numbers commonly cross-reference to 20489697. Use them to identify the part — then confirm the exact fit by VIN or the number stamped on your old unit before you order. An interchange is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee.
| Brand / Line | Cross-Reference Numbers |
|---|---|
| Cross-Reference | 157-5501, 20434354, 20434384, 8085900 |
Frequently asked questions
Does 20489697 fit my 2015 VNL?
No — this listing covers 2018-2024 VNL and 2006-2024 VT. Volvo changed the fairing design before 2018 on some VNL configurations, so give us your VIN and we'll confirm which lower fairing your truck actually needs.
Is 157-5501 the same as 20489697?
157-5501 cross-references to the same fairing piece, yes — it's just a different catalog's number for the identical part. Doesn't hurt to check the number on your old fairing against both before ordering, especially if your truck's had any prior body work.
How do I know if I need the left or right side?
Check the old fairing you're replacing — left and right lower step fairings are mirror images and not interchangeable. If the old part's number is worn off, tell us which side of the truck (driver or passenger) and we'll get you the correct one.
Not sure it fits? We check before you pay.
Run your VIN and we’ll match parts to your exact truck, or call the counter — a person who knows trucks verifies fitment by OEM number before the order ships. No wrong-box returns.
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Every part below is a Premium Quality aftermarket Direct Replacement with published OEM cross-reference numbers, a 6+ month warranty and same-business-day shipping from Tacoma, WA. Not sure it fits? Run your VIN — or call and a person who knows trucks will verify fitment before you pay.