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Chart based on 568 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2022 Volkswagen Golf 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 315hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
62 mi
Sun visor light would not turn off when car new. Sun visor replaced Connected to VW Car-Net at delivery. When arrived at home, it lost connection and has been unable to connect since. Repeated follow up with VW. They cannot explain why the car cannot connect to their back end servers. Waiting for VW Canada to resolve as dealer has reached end of what they can do.
Wiring harness in the left front door went bad. It controls windows, locks and warning chime that door is ajar. This was the second replacement of this part (under warranty) and it is currently doing this again (July 2022), so I have an appointment next week for a third shot at it. They tell me that it is a known issue with Gen 7.5 Golfs and Jettas.
The stereo/CD player unit in the glovebox was popping out on the left side. They fixed that. I don't know if they actually charged me for it, as the car had a lot of maintenance/wear work done, too.
24616 mi
Car required boosting to start. Roadside service did a battery check and indicated the battery was dead. VW dealer checked the battery by charging and performing a GFF Low Voltage Faults. Dealer then performed a charging test which was ok, tested battery again and the battery failed test code 333J8V8U-UQWAUVDSA.
Battery was replaced with new battery at no charge.
Unable to open rear hatch, camera inop, fault found in wiring harness, replaced wiring harness and connectors, also found drain attached to rear emblem not connected, suggests factory missed on assemble
AC freon was depleted but there seemed to be no damaged components. It was refilled under warranty.
23003 mi
Both front door latches would not latch closed reliably when outdoor temperature fell below freezing. Both latches replaced under warranty.
36398 mi
Car reported "Check right rear brake light" message on center display. Problem occurs only after car wash. Once electrical component dries, error message disappears. Because this car has LED tail lights, the entire brake light assembly was replaced under warranty.
Right rear speaker was blown. Dealer fixed under warranty
50000 mi
Stereo screen replaced under warranty
8000 mi
In very cold weather (-4F and lower) air bag, traction control dash warning lights come on. This sometimes goes away when car is stopped and restarted. VW garage could not locate any error codes or reproduce (in warm conditions) so nothing was done to fix this problem.
14500 mi
Electrical switch for moonroof not working correctly. It was repaired quickly not replaced. Same problem resurfaced this week. It disappeared on its own soon after
19602 mi
Blind spot monitor system was still functional on driver side, but the actual indicator light burnt out in the mirror. Driver side mirror glass replaced under warranty.
60000 mi
Right headlight shorted out due to water leaking into headlight; entire headlight replaced
A/C does not blow cold enough. They asked permission to disassemble the dash and I refused because of past experience with bad reassembly and rattles created by it.
11500 mi
air blend door was not moving properly and making a loud popping noise for 5 seconds each time car was started.
Adaptive Cruise Control stopped working. When I took the car in for the scheduled oil change and mentioned the problem, I was told there was a recall for the ACC. The repair was scheduled and done over 2 days. Once fixed, the ACC has been working flawlessly. I love it!
warning lights came on regarding airbag function, only a few weeks after delivery--turns out an electrical connector under the driver seat had simply come loose.
505 mi
driving vehicle and errors appeared on Dash. Auto headlights fault and windshield wiper fault. Auto headlights defaulted to ON even though it was daylight. Wipers would not work regardless of what I selected on the stalk. This first happened on Saturday June 3rd. After half an hour everything was fine.
Sunday june 4th it occurred again. Brought to dealership on Wednesday June 7th. Was there for just over an hour and was told that no faults were found. Only fault they encountered was an old one for low battery and was due to the vehicle having been on the showroom for so long.
was told that may have been the cause. Drove home with no issues. upon starting the vehicle in the afternoon the errors came up again. Drove directly to the dealership and left the car running and told service writers. the confirmed the errors were appearing.
Took car into shop for almost two hours before putting me in a loaner saying they were going to need more time to diagnose. Vehicle displayed faults on the MFD screen. Auto headlight fault and wiper fault. Wipers were inoperable. Lights in AUTO mode would automatically turn on regardless of what time of day/brightness/sunshine.
Problem was resolved. Connector Pin 3 in Light sensor was faulty. Replaced.
1990 mi
Radio shut off while driving. Restart did not work. Screen black and no audio. Nav system disabled including compass in the Dashboard as well.
Service replaced Module 5F and also updated radio software to version 753. Version 753 also has a known defect. Version 755 is the latest and greatest and supposedly fixes this issue. Problem has not returned as of yet so I haven't gone back to get the software updated.
50000 mi
US $2745
car would not start, wouodl not jump start either. had to be towed to dealer. Battery replaced
60000 mi
US $300
Navigation and Radio system would turn off every 5 minutes and reboot.
Driver side door control module faulty. No buttons on the driver side door worked: power windows, power mirrors, door locks etc. Dealership replaced control module under warranty.
23000 mi
Replaced rain sensor as part of windshield replacement. Tech spend 5 days trying to figure out how to calibrate the sensor and ended up charging the insurance $986.
Factory satellite radio goes in and out saying 'No antenna' on the screen. Sometimes it's out for hours, other times days. Dealer investigated but didn't come to any answers. Still researching.
18000 mi
Key not detected (keyless entry and start). Batteries in key fob had been replaced twice, but problem persisted. The problem is intermittent.
19000 mi
The high pressure AC line was leaking and was replaced.
3000 mi
Navigation system stopped working—software updated.
10000 mi
On a very rainy day drove through large puddles and cars splashed lots of water on me as they passed. Water entered the right front headlight unit and corroded the unit, daytime running lights failed but nighttime headlights still worked. Dealer replaced unit under warranty.
19000 mi
Passenger side daytime running light failed. This is the same headlight unit that was replaced 4 months earlier due to water getting into the unit during a heavy thunderstorm and deep street water. DRL replaced under warranty.
90000 mi
US $110
Needed firmware update to infotainment.
20000 mi
US $50
Air recirculator door actuator replaced with extended warranty.
This is a very small repair but I thought that VW owners would be interested - our key battery died at 8 months of ownership. It was replaced under warranty no problem - it just seemed odd that the key battery died so quickly. The dealer indicated this was a common problem, so VW may have just got a bunch of old batteries in their key fobs.
65000 mi
US $250
Battery failed at 4 years. Replaced with new battery.
Rear cross traffic alert and blind spot monitoring systems were inoperable at delivery. Dealer did not spot the issue prior to delivery. Dealer found crimped wires and repaired. System works now.
8000 mi
US $10
Key battery died after less than one year and under 8000 miles. Easy to fix myself but replacement was much earlier than I would have expected. Probably because of the keyless entry system.
14000 mi
US $6
Replaced key battery again. Lasts for about one year.
27000 mi
US $150
Battery dead in less than 4 years of ownership from new.
43650 mi
Driver front window button was loose & one-touch control was not functioning. Dealer inspected & ordered new master switch.
43666 mi
US $50
Driver front window button was loose & one-touch control wasn't functioning. Dealer replaced the master switch & master switch trim.
8100 mi
Blind spot warning indicators on exterior mirrors stopped working. Was easily resolved with a software flash. Apparently if something blocks the blind spot sensors in the bumper area for a prolong period of time the system shuts down. In my case, the cause was apparently heavy snow.
The good news it that it was a minor problem that was easily fixed. Not so good news was that it was a nuisance to have to take time to go the dealer. I have not idea how common this is with VW/Audi product or other vehicles. But given how common snow is in many parts of the world, this shouldn't happen or there should be an easy DIY reset for the BS monitors.
14100 mi
Battery died as I left it on too long while cleaning it. Jump started it and BU cam, radio, and a few other electrical items didn't work. Took to dealer, they set it back to original settings and that did the trick
88000 mi
US $170
Replaced alternator
3000 mi
rear traffic alert sensors not working
3500 mi
rear traffic sensors not working
4000 mi
rear traffic alert sensors replaced
7000 mi
Rear traffic alert system
15000 mi
Window regulator needed replacement, under warranty.
Right front low beam headlight was occasionally not operating properly
19000 mi
Android Auto stopped working. Dealer wanted me to drop off my car and my phone (honestly...) for a day so they could diagnose. Did a full system reset and started over myself. This is the second time I have had to do this. I don't know what is causing the issue, but the dealer has no interest in looking at it.
1000 mi
Car was delivered with Blind Spot Warning not functioning. Dealer replaced module J1087
2200 mi
CarNet suite works intermittently; hoping this issue is resolved with a refresh or replacement. Frustrating.
4000 mi
Car Net suite works reliably now that I've gone back to iOS, Car Net did not play nice with Android.
1000 mi
Car-Net module was not functional, from new.
5000 mi
Fuel gauge extremely inaccurate, under estimates tank capacity. No fix available.
4000 mi
A/C weak on very hots days. Dealer found TSB for N280 valve. Replaced valve and recharged system. All OK.
Rear door locks inoperative since driving off the lot. Dealer found loose connection in door panel and fixed.
7200 mi
Climate control system (manual) malfunction. A/C pump staying on and icing up the heat exchanger.
93365 mi
C $40
Vehicle had failed to crank. Battery voltage was low. Charged battery and drove to dealer, who checked the charging circuit and battery, pronouncing them OK. Owner follow-up showed loose battery clamp terminals had developed resistance which prevented alternator from charging the battery. Terminals cleaned and lubricated by owner. Dealer service, while inexpensive, was not thorough.
102920 mi
C $300
Air conditioning not cooling well. Dealer inspected system for leaks and recharged. They installed florescent dye in case charge doesn't hold and to indicate a leak.
Various glitches caused by early version of infotainment software. Updated software version.
16000 mi
Battery failed. Part is not in the US and a temporary battery has been fitted until a BEM battery arrives from Germany in October.
17000 mi
Drivers side window Express up/down not holding programming.
18000 mi
Power window switch difficult to modulate. Affected all four windows operated by driver.
35000 mi
Backup camera fails to work sometimes. Service department reflashed software. This didn't correct the problem which remains to this day.
71000 mi
US $450
replaced starter motor
23691 mi
C $2700
Diagnostic check of A/C found to be losing refrigerant due to corroded condensor. Replace condensor and recharge the system.
26040 mi
C $280
Diagnosed cause of AFS fault warning light. One cornering light bulb burnt out, both replaced.
21527 mi
Car would not start and all electrical systems (displays, lights, windows, etc.) would not function. Attempted to jump-start; displays and windows would work, but the starter wouldn't crank and the info display showed numerous system errors. Trailered the car to the dealer, who replaced the battery and reset settings as required. Battery was replaced under warranty.
1000 mi
Backup camera intermittent failure, camera replaced Replaced backup camera
3000 mi
Back-up camera intermittently fails. Replaced camera module. Issue went away temporarily, but camera started intermittently failing again.
5000 mi
Back-up camera intermittently fails. Applied updated to camera module.
Car would not start and all electrical power was out. Was able to jump start it to get it to the dealer. Battery had gone bad in only ~20K miles and 14 months. Was replaced under bumper to bumper warranty.
26000 mi
US $750
The heater fan wasn't working. I brought the car into my favorite mechanic. It took them several hours to disassemble console etc to get close to the fan motor. The mechanic said that, as it was an R, the fan motor and/or head unit could be malfunctioning. As it was an R, the shop service manual was ambiguous on what actual parts were used. He estimated $2000 to get to the motor and head unit and potentially another $2000 to repair. I passed.
12000 mi
cruise control and backup camera system errors
34000 mi
US $30
Re-coded ECU to fix driver's window auto up/down feature
17000 mi
Horns became inoperative after driving through heavy rain with puddles not otherwise too deep for the car. Low-tone became completely inoperative, leaving only high tone. Dealer opted to replace both horns. Backup camera has wavy lines in video, like bad connection.
25000 mi
Premature battery failure at 18 months/24,534 miles. Battery would not take a charge, and could not start vehicle.
30071 mi
HD Radio stations occasionally do not tune at radio power up. Changing stations restores audio. Dealer updated head unit software from 0241 to 0247 version. Backup camera flickers when first activated when hot. Intensifies with vibration (including engine exhaust sound). Dealer attempted fix via software update under warranty, however I suspect a loose video connection. Driver's power window occasionally forgets auto up/down limits, requiring a reset. Dealer tested unit, and could not reproduce, declaring no fault found.
35800 mi
Backup camera flicker
38850 mi
US $162
Battery diminished quickly, requiring two jump starts on road trip. This was a replacement of a previous "warranty replacement" battery. Non-OEM battery used this time.
Settings for bluetooth in radio couldn't be changed. Software update resolved problem.
6000 mi
After one attempt at Hendrick VW of Frisco, had to go to Rusty Wallis VW. Some dealers are very unhelpful/poorly trained. Hendrick has below average customer service despite being a huge flagship dealer.rnCamera kept getting stuck. Replaced.
6000 mi
Key fob needed new battery. replace under warranty. First time that I needed to replace the battery in less then a year I have the car!
3700 mi
Fuel level sensor failure immediately following fuel filler recall fix; not confirmed if this was due to faulty repairs. Fuel gauge got stuck around half tank and car ran out of gas on the road. Keyfob battery died after just 11 months of ownership. Replaced under warranty. Key fob battery failed just 1 week after it was replaced. Dealer cited the possibility of a faulty battery, and replaced it again Key fob battery failed for 3rd time in as many weeks. Dealer spent a day examining fob and car but could not find cause. Battery replaced again even though I insisted that the battery is not the root cause, as it is unlikely that multiple batteries would be faulty.
4000 mi
Key fob battery failed for the fourth time in four weeks. After another full day in the shop dealer agreed that the key fob was faulty, and replaced it. However the item had to be ordered and took several days to arrive.
Head unit and media unit would unexpectedly and with increasing frequency shut off (crash, blank screen, would not restart on own, requiring 15 second reboot). Both units were swapped for new ones. Lock button on front passenger door failed.
Electronics: Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Assist, Infotainment, and Smart Key
1000 mi
Electronics: Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Assist, Infotainment, and Smart Key
1800 mi
Infotainment and Smart Key malfunctions
3600 mi
Driver Assist (ACC, Front Assist, Collission Avoidance), Infotainment, and Smart Key
6000 mi
Driver Assist (ACC, Front Assist, Collission Avoidance), Infotainment, and Smart Key
7700 mi
Driver Assist (ACC, Front Assist, Collission Avoidance), Infotainment, and Smart Key
10000 mi
Driver Assist (ACC, Front Assist, Collission Avoidance), Infotainment, and Smart Key
10300 mi
Infotainment: MIB II with CarPlay and Sirius
12000 mi
Problems with infotainment and driver assist never resolved.
OEM battery would no longer hold a charge 1 day short of 2 years from purchase. Battery was replaced.
7000 mi
Horn stopped working.. dealer replaced both drivers under warranty.
60000 mi
US $311
EPC light. Shop saw battery was weak and replaced. Problem not fully resolved.
35000 mi
Window switch
10000 mi
Software update for infotainment system
4000 mi
Infotainment System is in an infinite boot loop. Dealership tried updating software per a recall, but unit would restart halfway during the software upgrade. A new unit has been ordered from Germany, with an ETA of 2 weeks.
Android Auto was not working properly. Dealer installed update. Update to radio software was faulty. Dealer re-installed software update and bluetooth problems resolved.
2200 mi
Front bumper airbag sensor became disconnected and triggered an airbag alert
The head unit is malfunctioning - periodic reboots, blue screen, no display with sound, now it tries to multiple times and shuts off completely. No display, radio, bluetooth, or backup camera work. Awaiting replacement (on backorder)
14000 mi
Battery failed less than 2 years after purchase. Replaced under warranty.
3400 mi
Software Update to the infotainment system and replaced driver door handle and switch. The door locks were not behaving right and I was told that both the handle switch and the software needed to be updated.
Infotainment system frequently cuts out with Bluetooth connections, and has recently started shutting the screen off.
6000 mi
Infotainment issues came back, dealer reflashed software after saying previous attempt failed. Issue still occurring.
15000 mi
Infotainment issues. The dealer took an infotainment unit out of another Golf and replaced ours.
5300 mi
Infotainment software update
Back up camera was not working, new module was install.
35960 mi
C $100
New Battery was installd
1240 mi
not able to duplicate the problem, also replaced car key as it constantly show 'battery needs to be replaced'. Need to visit the dealership again as the other car key is showing the same symptoms and only one key can be replaced at once.
48360 mi
Keyless start faulty message on dash. Problem tracked to defective electrical harness in front passenger door. Repair took only a couple of hours but had to wait a day to get piece shipped from Toronto (to Montreal).
8000 mi
No washer fluid spraying, no low fluid light. Discovered no fluid level sensor on this model. Dealer checked for faults and reset defaults. Issue appeared resolved.
Creaking from rear windows when raising. Seals lubed.
I noted several instances in which the passenger seat occupancy sensor would cause the "fasten seatbelt" indicator and chime to come on when the seat was empty.
Dealership said they checked the sensor and while they acknowledged it to be very sensitive, stated it was operating properly.
"Car-Net" system light was red, indicating malfunction. The Car-Net system itself was working properly, except for the indicator light. Car-Net roof antenna was replaced, light now green.
4000 mi
Infotainment system malfunction - navigation, "App-Connect" system, bluetooth & voice commands all broken, with inscrutable error messages. Dealer service took 3 days to diagnose & determine a fix. Finally reset the system, works now.
13000 mi
Change oil light came on. Knew it didn't need an oil change. Dealership reset the light.
The new Infotainment system for the '16 model broke within a week of buying the car. The system would try to start up but never did. Dealership ordered new module, easy fix.
20000 mi
US $220
replaced battery
4000 mi
Airbag light flashing in cluster and reacting to jarring bumps in the road. Airbag module stopped working and blew a fuse. Fuse was replaced. Service department drive car over 400mi and could not get issue to reoccur. Repair unsuccessful. Ambient lighting strip on driver's door stopped operating. Entire interior door panel was replaced. Repair was successful.
6000 mi
Airbag light flashing. Airbag module fuse blown. Fuse was replaced.
10300 mi
Airbag warning light illuminates sporadically. Dealer could not diagnose and split the circuit leading to the airbag fuse into 4 different fuses so that if and when issue causes fuse to blow, they will know where the current is coming from.
The rearview camera was stuck in its operating position out from under the VW emblem/hatch release. It was determined that fuse #18 had blown, and replacing it fixed the problem.
The front sensor to alert the driver that a collision is eminent stopped working. It used to make a buzzer go off and the steering wheel to give a hepatic shake. They said it was caused by a pothole and not covered. Since it cost almost $1000 to fix it, I decided to leave it as is.
13000 mi
Fixed skunky A/C smell. Condenser cleaner and mildew inhibitor spray and new filter about $45 total online and 20 minutes.
1000 mi
A/C compressor dead at 1k miles, replaced under warranty.
30000 mi
US $50
Back up camera turns off when backing up.
70000 mi
US $1000
The alternator went dead on the highway. This was unpleasant.
Audio systems likes to reset the FM radio station to 87.7 regardless of the selected station that is playing, after car is turned off and started back up again. Tech did not know how to fix the issue.
32000 mi
Continuing problem with radio resetting to 87.7, followed by a blank display in the drivers information center where the speedometer and tach are. Went to a different dealer who found a software update was needed.
TPMS warning lights. Persists. I've been there three times for this, and the light returns each time after about a week. Dealer says no leaks.
16000 mi
HVAC system is making very loud ticking noises on startup for 10-15 seconds. Dealer tore apart whole dash and replaced three motors. Warranty claim. Unsure of cost if it had been out of warranty.
10000 mi
AC did not work. Seems like sth was leaking.
1000 mi
Battery lost charge, triggered traction & tire pressure lights. Dealer reset system. Problem has not reappeared.
5500 mi
Random error messages on display, dealer said battery was abnormally low. Recharged battery. Problem ended up reoccurring later.
18600 mi
Door vent on the climate control system wouldn't close properly. Produced loud, intermittent clicking noises from the dash.
33480 mi
Auto dimming high beams failed - replaced under warranty
A motor moving a vane behind the passenger side vent made a clicking noise, replaced under warranty.
5000 mi
Accent lighting in passenger door was not connected at wire harness.
5000 mi
The fitting for a license plate light began to fail. Replaced under warranty. While there they did a software update and took care of the fuel rail recall.
39000 mi
The car has an intermittent AC issue. On cold mornings the Heater will blow very cold air, even as the temp gauge moves abnormally quickly up to normal temp. It feels as if the AC is on, although no indicator light comes on. Manually tuning the AC on and then off seems to reset the system at which point the heater air begins to warm and the temp gauge falss back to where it would normally have been and then registers a more typical increase.
The dealer kept the car for a long weekend but was unable to replicate the problem. It happened again over the Winter but mot since the weather got warmer.
21000 mi
Upon start up of the car the AC made a noise every time it started or every time the auto mode kicked on to keep the temp cool. Took to the dealership and it was the actuator flap. Part was ordered and fixed.
13000 mi
Replaced window switch unit on drivers side as it had failed.
15000 mi
AC blower intermittently stopped working. Dealer replaced refrigerant. No leaks found.
6500 mi
radio software flash- radio would not remain on last station listened once shut off
29000 mi
No heat for several days, brought to dealer and problem could not be replicated
11000 mi
Fan switch behind glove box making loud noise. Replaced at no cost. Dealer commented that the part was a high failure rate item.
41000 mi
US $190
Replaced battery
3500 mi
Error light for headlights. Turned out to be a loose connection cable.
Antenna assembly on the roof came loose. It was fixed under warranty. It required removing the headliner, which made the repair longer. I was given a rental, but I only needed it overnight, because my car was ready the following day.
55800 mi
C $350
Replaced defective HVAC blower
5580 mi
Compressor failure. Ordered compressor; vehicle returned in meantime.
6200 mi
Compressor failure. Compressor, drier, and associated parts replaced.
26040 mi
Secondary horn for the alarm and locking confirmation sound went bad and was replaced under warranty
Unable to set dashboard clock to correct date/time. A new "module" that controls the clock as well as the radio, navigation, phone, park pilot ( don't know what else) was installed under warranty. This TDI is a repaired vehicle that was brought into compliance with emission regulations.
17240 mi
The system to turn the vanity light on/off shorted on the passenger side so the sun visor needed to be replaced. Light did not turn off.
23560 mi
The auto highbeam assistant module stopped working. They replaced the module, no longer getting the error but it still doesn't work need to take it back. Update: They didn’t secure the wire connection.
33480 mi
spring in steering wheel that was part of the air bag broke causing the airbag light to turn on, on the dash
14860 mi
Infotainment system quit working entirely
20000 mi
One key fob was no longer recognized by car, resulting in a no-start condition with "demobilizer activated". Dealer redid the programming.
Got flashing glow-plug light again, but turns out there was a brake light switch that was not fully connected, throwing the warning. One brake light was working intermittently, especially in warmer weather.
7000 mi
Keyless entry (Kessy) system not always sensing key when in a pocket or bag. Dealer replaced antenna for the system, but the repair didn't fix the problem. Will address again at car's next service.
11900 mi
Same issue as before. Kessy system was not working with the rear hatch some time.
4920 mi
Software issue - radio would not hold station - went to a frequency that was white noise.
Reported problem with in-vehicle infotainment system. Original visit, replaced infotainment system. Infotainment system worse than before. Second trip, fixed. Finish repairs for infotainment system.
the car's vehicle health system was reporting a problem with the car's brake booster; VW dealer checked with VW HQ and simply reset the error as it was a false code and no repair was needed -- no charge as car was still under warranty
Radio would loose presets after turning the car off.
12000 mi
Issues with sound system playing songs on flash drive with errors on iPod and "mom" and "dad" is difficult for the voice command system. Also now have an issue with middle back seat cusion falling off.
40000 mi
Bluetooth is weak and loud pitch noise from drivers side speaker when talking on the phone for awhile. Dealer unable to replicate. iPod does not connect sometimes or shows error but again unable to replicate.
I am recording from the original work invoices that was provided with the car. The windshield washer fluid sensor was replaced because it showed the washer fluid to be empty even when full.
155000 mi
US $700
fan went out. dealership screwed me on the cost to fix.
Driver side power window switch module replaced. Driver window switch auto-raise stopped working, and passenger switch broke a pin and fell out of its slot.
62000 mi
US $414
TSB for the airbags in the car. "Clock spring fix"
56800 mi
US $100
The anti-theft chip installed by the dealer pre-sale (garbage that they are) was malfunctioning and causing interior lights, gauges and warning mechanisms to flash randomly.
One of the headlight bulbs failed immediately after the warranty had ended.
5800 mi
one touch up feature not working on passenger door; replaced
18800 mi
Radio system malfunction, software updated to fix it
20800 mi
airbag wiring recall issue--airbag light on, steering-wheel mounted controls stopped working
70000 mi
US $1600
Air conditioning not cooling. Dealer diagnosed as a failed bearing in the compressor. Metal contaminated the system which also required replacing a valve assembly
53000 mi
US $300
Replaced AC Compressor
122000 mi
US $111
replace faulty windshield washer sensor - do not use washer fluid containing RainX
console backlight adjustment switch had a short and was replaced.
12000 mi
The sensor for the windshield washer fluid reservoir was always indicating the reservoir was empty.
Check engine light on and Inside lights would not turn off.
39000 mi
US $178
Air wasn't cool
51000 mi
US $627
Starter shorted out. Replaced.
48237 mi
Battery was dead in less than 2 years. VW battery has 3 year full replacement and 5 year prorated warranty on the battery so I got a new battery for free.
Inside lights (dome, mirror, footwell) failed to turn off after exiting car. Key fob locking "beep" went silent. Rear window wipers failed. This lasted for 5 days before all of them worked again. No trip to the dealership.
31000 mi
Occasional light ticking sound when unwinding steering wheel, like a rotary phone. Possibly some kind of clock spring. Driver's airbag replaced under warranty. Sound gone.
Switch to adjust driver and passenger mirror stopped working
46262 mi
Driver side mirror stopped adjusting downward. Switch replaced.
52401 mi
Driver side mirror stopped adjusting downward again shortly after previous repair. Switch replaced again.
58178 mi
Driver side mirror stopped adjusting downward yet again shortly after previous switch replacement. Dealer inspected for free and said it was probably a faulty motor, quoting $600 to replace it. I opted not to replace the motor and continue adjusting the mirror manually as needed.
Airbag sensor fail Sensor for front passenger side failure
34000 mi
Left rear speaker not working.
12300 mi
Battery died, dealer replaced it under warranty. Car is 18 months/12.6K miles old. Dealer said this is normal on German-built VW's. The US made ones fair better, battery-wise.
6000 mi
Got the error message "Keyless malfunction." Dealer replaced the "brain" that deals with the proximity key that allows keyless locking/unlocking and starting the car. Repair worked for a day.
10100 mi
Keyless entry system repaired by fixing wiring in driver's door.
2000 mi
Sirius Satellite cutting in and out Keyless entry not functioning at proper distances
2300 mi
Keyless entry not functioning at proper distances
4000 mi
Keyless entry not functioning at proper distances
4000 mi
Keyless entry not functioning at proper distances. Intermittent, but sometimes had to get within 2-3 feet. After five failed attempts, I asked that the car be replaced. VW did so with no hassle. VW took great care of me.
11780 mi
Steering wheel functions (radio computer, nav, horn) stopped working. A clockspring wire had broken.
63860 mi
C $200
[audio] System stopped working. Repaired
15000 mi
updated software on RCD-510 entertainment system due to bugs when connecting with Bluetooth.
6500 mi
Front speaker had a bass rattle. It required replacement.
Service Now warning came on ~3k miles prematurely, dealer reset it
6700 mi
ECU updated per recall - fixed a malfunctioning warning light.
51500 mi
US $100
Battery died needing replacement
19200 mi
Returned for routine maintentance and I was informed of a programming update for climate control
20000 mi
Right rear window not functioning. A few days later it fell off the track again. I was able to still use it if I opened/closed it without using the auto function.
22000 mi
Right rear window regulator replaced.
45880 mi
C $300
Loud compressor noise, increasing with load. Intermittent in nature.
6000 mi
Front Turn Signal would not turn off.
90000 mi
US $90
battery replaced
135000 mi
I started getting bulb failure notices on the MFI....11 of them! And the corresponding lights were in fact not working. Then all at once they began working again. After researching the fuse lay out I discovered the F16 (under the hood) had gotten so hot that the plastic had melted but the fuse itself did not burn out. It was only impeded by the melted plastic. I replaced the fuse and all seems well.
4340 mi
Bluetooth module died. Dealer replaced under warranty
84320 mi
C $1200
A/C compressor was dead (and had been for 6 years)
Faulty battery did not hold a charge. Just outside of the two year warranty, had to replace with fully out of pocket spending.
4000 mi
Airbag light, switch replaced
Radio would not tune certain FM stations without shutting down. Dealer ordered new radio.
Replaced radio
8000 mi
Alarm system was going off randomly for no apparent reason. Computer software had an error code. Dealer reset code and problem seems to be fixed.
37000 mi
Replaced driver's window controls, as auto-up speed working.
72000 mi
US $148
Seized actuator for fuel door preventing door from being opened. Car towed to dealership (on fumes). Dealer had to order actuator (2 days). Broke existing fuel door to release actuator for replacement, and new door was sent out for paint, but had to be done twice (extra day delay). Part was replaced and car was returned.
85000 mi
US $265
Actuator motor for hatch stripped causing hatch to fail to close and a grinding noise from the motor when lifting the hatch via the badge handle.
Hatch actuator motor replaced.
100000 mi
US $400
Replaced drivers-side window control unit, as there were two bad switches.
115000 mi
US $60
Replaced headlight bulbs. Tough to do with my big hands and not being able to see in the enclosure.
99000 mi
US $250
Wireless ignition switch
99000 mi
The bluetooth antenna is dying, and keeps forgetting my saved devices.
Car's trip computer did not have all functionality installed correctly at factory; dealer had to perform a software install/upgrade to fix issue
11000 mi
wiper/multi function stalk on right side of steering column fell apart while I was using it on a rainy day.
4700 mi
iPod MFI cable was not working correctly
70000 mi
US $600
Replaced AC compressor.
67000 mi
US $300
Fan motor on heater was squealing. Fan blower was replaced.
4000 mi
The bluetooth module was faulty and needed to be replaced
23800 mi
Airbag warning light for driver's side came on, and all steering wheel controls stopped working, were no longer lit. VW replaced a clock spring, which resolved the issue.
26000 mi
US $200
Had to replace the battery on a car that was 23 months old and had 25000 miles on it.
43000 mi
US $991
Electronic Control module failed.
3000 mi
Rear hatch wouldn't open Rear hatch broke again
20700 mi
US $200
A/C stopped producing cold air. System was down to 130 grams. The tech could not find a leak and recharged the system to 550 grams, including a dye to find any possible leak in the future.
25000 mi
A/C was becoming weaker for the second time this y ear. At last visit, dye was injected into refrigerant. A technician, while replacing the coolant pump as part of a Service Action, found the leak and replaced the A/C condenser assembly.
After a rain, used the defogger. Soon after lost the radio. All other media played. Satellite, CD, Phone worked in that console. Then the radio started playing. But only the HD (AM and FM) stations. Then problem went away. Reported to dealer, no tests.
Went to start car. Started and then would stop. Info screen said "key not in range". Tried other key...same. Had car towed to dealer. Immobilizer was re-programmed.
16200 mi
Ventilation system smelled like crap literally. Needed a new compressor although ac never blew warm and was Ice cold. they did a recall on the cabin filter it had an issue and smelled up the car when the fan was on. Clean the vent system and new filter.
10000 mi
Started car after it had been parked for 1 hour and turned the headlights on. Dash indicated a headlight was out, but inspection revealed all lights working. Restarted car and indicator went away.
29000 mi
US $193
Strong musty smell coming from vent when using A/C
Dealership replaced pollen filter and cleaned ventilation system using AIRCO CLEAN
Heater control would not put out maximum heat when set at high; would have to dial control to 'low' then turn to 'high' before hot air would come out of vents. Vehicle required a software upgrade to work. Passanger side sun visor light would turn on and off when pulling visor down from ceiling.
12260 mi
the turn signal, and start up chimes changed tone, and the resulting fix is a new instrument cluster, which is on order, and to be installed. no big deal, VW was great about it.
13020 mi
return trip for instrument cluster review, didn't reset the measurement of days to service, mechanic had to diagnose with other car, easy fix, took a about 20 mins or so.
3000 mi
Something was wrong with the window track or window motor on the rear driver's side window. The deal never fully explained what was wrong.
29100 mi
Washer tank level switch stopped working.
14200 mi
Visor light remains on while ignition is on. Light only turns off if ignition is off and locked. Visor work had been done in Jan 2015. Chafed wiring on incorrectly routed wire. Replaced wiring in correct format.
Power window switch on the driver's side had been malfunctioning since the car was delivered. Dealer installed a new switch cluster under warranty.
55200 mi
The steering wheel clock spring malfunctioned causing my steering wheel controls and airbag to stop working. The dealer replaced the clock spring in approximately 2 4 hours. It was covered under warranty.
Issue was with window switch on driver's side that controls passenger window. Amount of pressure needed to perform the "one-touch" open/close feature wasn't right.
25000 mi
Driver's window switches one-touch up/down function stopped working, and occasionally wouldn't work at all.
Front speakers died along with amp I installed previously, replaced both with Audiofrog G60S using rivet nuts/nutserts to replace the rivets. Rear left speaker also dead but not required for good audio.
145000 mi
Left headlight no longer functioning, replacing bulb did nothing, multimeter shows socket getting less voltage than it needs but requires taking entire headlight out to further troubleshoot, which requires removing bumper, did not have enough time.
Blower motor was non-functioning, replaced with new.
5000 mi
Wheel TPMS is giving a false warning about low tire pressure.
13200 mi
The lock/unlock button on the driver door was malfunctioning. Would not unlock the door when pressed. After the repair it functioned for about a month before failing again.
47000 mi
A CD became stuck in the CD player. Dealership replaced radio under warranty, but the new radio's sound quality is terrible across the board. After about 10 minutes, sound becomes scratchy and unlistenable.
82000 mi
US $180
Liftgate suddenly stopped locking/closing. Under medium acceleration, liftgate would open, and the trip computer showed an open door. Took to an independent shop who had to order the part. Fixed next morning.
87000 mi
Audio system had awful sound quality, would become unlistenable. Never fixed.
53200 mi
US $115
Car didn't start. Dealer checked electrical system and battery. Everything checked OK, but I insisted on a new battery being installed for my own peace of mind.
The drivers seat back heating element failed. A new seat cover and element was ordered. drivers seat back heating element failed. Seat cover with element was ordered, installed and repair as successful.
A/C was not blowing cold. System was at about 1/2 spec. Recharged under warranty with $50 deductible
21300 mi
Nav system went blank and started flashing. Replaced with new Nav/Audio system. Fixed after two attempts.
27000 mi
Bluetooth module failed and was replaced.
38000 mi
US $205
Car was found completely dead. Jump started car, brought to Dealer. Dead battery - replaced with OEM battery.
51200 mi
US $50
Passenger tail light socket corroded and failed.
53500 mi
US $150
The other tail light filled with water and shorted out. Had to replace the full tail light assembly including outer housing and socket.
6000 mi
iPod issue when sold, was going to bring it up at first service. Dealer said it was a hardware issue with the cable.
6000 mi
Car infotainment unit malfunctioned. Key fob remote range very poor
7500 mi
Key fob wireless range very poor.
48000 mi
US $170
AC not as cold as when new. System was recharged.
77000 mi
US $320
Battery light was coming on intermittently when less than 3000rpm. Battery then lost charge while driving and the car started shutting down systems (abs/tc and power steering). Diagnosed with multimeter, bought a remanufactured alternator and installed in about 2 hours including trips to the store and diagnosis.
9300 mi
A/C line between compressor and condenser was leaking
31800 mi
Cruise control stops working sometimes, dealer replacing cruise control stalk.
35000 mi
switch falsely indicating an open hood affecting windshield wiper operation.
3000 mi
Low Oil pressure light came on while sitting in traffic. Oil level was low. Light did not come on again. Dealer called VW Tech line and recommended replacing Instrument cluster. Parts ordered Instrument cluster replaced.
2000 mi
Alarm intermittently going off when ignition key removed. Also rear wiper arm not flush with window. Module and arm replaced under warranty.
2300 mi
Car alarm intermittently goes off when ignition key removed.
When I picked the car up from a warranty maintenance service, there was an indicator light that a light was out, but no one there could find it. I returned the car a week later so they could work on it and they finally replaced a light
3100 mi
C $2000
Radio would intermittently cut out; replaced radio multiple times; ended up taking dash apart and fixing loose wiring
19420 mi
Light for gear shift was out; couldn't see what gear I was in during the night
1500 mi
The engine intermittently sputtered and check engine light would appear, the disappear upon restart of engine. Many faults appears during code read including low voltage indicator. Battery cable found loose. Reset of codes.
33500 mi
Blower fan was noisy. It was replaced. One key fob failed to function. Fob was replaced and second fob was reprogrammed.
46000 mi
Sensor housing cracked, causing coolant to leak. Replaced and system recharged
33500 mi
left front main headlight fuse blown
136400 mi
C $150
window up/down buttons needed to be replaced on the driver's door
56000 mi
Window switch no working properly.
5000 mi
Light on radio went out and dealer replaced under warranty.
10200 mi
One backlight LED on gauge cluster was intermittently failing. Car was diagnosed by dealership in Dec 2011, part was installed Feb 2012.
16000 mi
US $114
OEM Varta battery was killed off by harsh northeast winter. Replaced with AutoCraft GOLD from AAP.
Battery was too weak to start the car. Failure was in battery, not the charging system.
17220 mi
Factory block heater socket retention system failed. Socket pulled out of fog light housing and hung there by the cord. Fog light housing replaced. Two trips because they ordered the wrong part the first time.
Bluetooth module stopped working and the Battery died a week later. Dealership ordered a new BT module and installed a loaner battery. Bluetooth started working on its own after a week.
37300 mi
US $120
Dealer replaced Bluetooth module under warranty. Re-tested the original battery, but it wouldn't hold charge. Paid for a new battery as it was out of warranty (2y/24k).
310 mi
Could not get any warm air from extermal air, recirculation only. The external air intake duct was covered with a plug instead of a grate, installed incorrectly during vehicle assembly. this was replaced with correct part.
5952 mi
Heater blower motor making high pitched squeal at -10C and below, it was replaced Had a very strong draft under steering column, at highway speeds and with recirculation going this was extremely cold. A firewall port was not installed during assembly. Heater blower motor making high pitched squeal at -10C and below, it was replaced
44000 mi
AC taking very long time to cool. Dealer replaced compressor. Dealer worked with Vw to cover the cost.
48000 mi
US $100
Information Menu control button on steering wheel stopped operating correctly. Problem was physical (mechanical) with the button, not electronic. Defective button and module replaced under extended warranty. $100 deductible
71000 mi
US $500
Battery dead for 3rd time.
58300 mi
Compressor was replaced.
5000 mi
Car dead. Installed new battery.
15300 mi
Air condition check due to chlorine smell
70000 mi
US $110
No AC. Compressor is malfunctioning and needs to be repaired.
70500 mi
US $900
AC compressor was not engaging. Required a replacement of the compressor along with condenser and receiver drier
12000 mi
Reverse light replaced.
14400 mi
US $50
Tail light went out. I have now had to change two different bulbs in 2 years. Not a big deal, but on my other car haven't changed any in 7. Annoying time wise, about 45 minutes.
24700 mi
Battery replaced to suspected "dead cell". When brought to dealership it failed their load test. Was replaced under warranty.
34000 mi
Leaking seal on one of the AC lines. Line was replaced and AC was recharged. Couldn't do a true test of the AC because the ambient outside temperatures were only in the high 60s.
They also installed a new pollen filter and disinfected the ventilation
34000 mi
A/C Condenser was replaced due to factory defect. Replaced under warranty.
55000 mi
US $1500
AFS system in drivers side light failed. Required replacement of HID light housing (complete) + AFS controller
6000 mi
one touch up window fuction not working, window would go half way up then all the way down. Hold button to bring window back to closed position audio function not working properly after disconnecting bluetooth phone call. New problem developed shortly there after head unit interface not working with connected iPod/iPhone
Blower motor bearings were bad, resulting in sqeaking noises when cold. Replaced blower motor.
34000 mi
HVAC airflow direction control not responding to input. Replaced entire "heater box" and servo motors, which were on back order. Required removal and reinstall of entire dashboard.
3000 mi
TPMS error. Check pressure warning would not go away, even after adding more air. Reset by dealership.
2000 mi
Radio display stopped working for a few minutes.
3000 mi
Radio replaced as display would not show when hot outside.
18000 mi
Aux input not working. Needed new iPod cable.
35000 mi
Window regulator in passenger side was replaced.
37000 mi
AC was not cold.
Condenser replaced. Window made a noise when going up/down
Window regulator replaced
16600 mi
Erroneous alerts reported to check tire pressure etc
26000 mi
HVAC Fan would only blow on high(setting 4), dealer replaced "fuse"
30000 mi
A/C would not blow cold air, needed recharge even though it is a closed system.
40000 mi
A/C was no longer blowing cold air, leak found in gasket on compressor.
22300 mi
Passenger side window was making a grinding/ screetching sound when being rolled up from the being rolled down.
46000 mi
US $250
Driver side pass. window switch fail
20000 mi
Window switch on drivers side stopped working when trying to roll down passenger window.
Car was not charging and battery light was on, called recovery who repaired the fault, it was down to a poor connection in the fusebox during manufacture.
24300 mi
£750
AC had failed due to a damaged ACC condenser as it was hit by a stone.
a while back before it got cold, my "check tire pressure" gauge became lit. The dealer mentioned service bulletin fix for this issue. Once the reflash was done the problem was resolved.
24400 mi
Tire Pressure System needed to be reset as I was getting an indicator on my dash display
Tire pressure sensor repaired and reprogramed Tire pressure sensor repaired and reprogramed
15400 mi
Replaced headlight. Light bulbs - headlight or took more than 10 minutes to change, repair
32000 mi
Radio stopped working. Nothing would play at all. One day before taking it to the dealer, my battery died, at which point the radio started working again. Radio software was updated under warranty. As mentioned before, the battery died at about the same time I had problems with the radio. Battery replaced; considered normal wear, so not covered under warranty. $182 at dealership.
25200 mi
US $238
Ran out of battery right after 3 years. No warranty.
11160 mi
Alternator harness split.
30160 mi
Radio antenna harness shorting, no AM radio function. Parts took one week to arrive, car out of service for total of 2 business days.
Oil pan heater malfunctioned and blew up my external socket on my house. Dealer replaced oil pan heater.
20000 mi
Driver side speaker replaced under warranty.
33000 mi
Whole heating unit replaced. Software updated for new AC control unit to work with new heater/ac unit.
83800 mi
During routine maintenance the dealer shorted out the amplifier. They had to order a new one which was not available here in the States. Had to wait for 3 1/2 weeks so they could ship a replacement from Germany!!
36000 mi
US $1
Blown horn fuse, easily rectified.
40300 mi
driver's side window button failed, needed replacement.
102920 mi
C $1800
Replace both headlight bulbs
9000 mi
TPMS sensor stopped working. Dealer reported that a reset of the TPMS sensor fixed problem. Problem has not reoccurred.
10000 mi
TPMS sensor acting up again. Dealer serviced recall related to issue during routine maintenance trip. Problem solved - again.
2000 mi
Tire pressure sensor repaired.
8000 mi
Tpms showed a tire problem even when all tires were fine. Software update fixed the problem.
7000 mi
TPMS sensor went out.
10000 mi
Tire Pressure Sensor monitor light malfunction.
1000 mi
Passenger seat recline switch.
26000 mi
US $200
Battery replaced
104160 mi
C $450
External mirror adjustment switch failed.
11000 mi
Bluetooth module intermittently failed.
44800 mi
US $150
Battery would not hold charge
12200 mi
Dealer reset Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor control module to eliminate constant low tire pressure light which was inaccurate since all tires were at recommended inflation pressure.
16000 mi
Tire Pressure Monitoring System had to be reset by the dealer again. This is the second time this has occurred.
23200 mi
Driver's door lock master switch quit functioning. Part replaced under warranty, but car was at dealer over a weekend waiting for the part to arrive.
71574 mi
US $1500
TPMS system reporting low tire pressure, even though all were properly topped up. After days of diagnostic tests, one of the two electronic monitoring control modules was replaced, which solved the issue.
3000 mi
The iPod adapter quit working, and was replaced
9000 mi
The Tire pressure monitor system was set to 50 psi and required some new software to fix it. They also did the 10000 mile service.
18000 mi
The TPMS firmware reverted to an old incorrect version.
Speedometer is inaccurate by 9 km/h. This means that constant calculations need to be made when driving rather than focussing on road conditions and traffic. Also means that my warranty will run out early by 9,000km. Unacceptable.
50600 mi
AC compressor failure according to VW dealer. Independent dealer could not find problem so will be interesting to see of dealer is correct. Replaced compressor
111600 mi
A $50
Low beam headlight bulb holder melted and so I replaced. (Replaced other side about a year ago)
steering wheel electronics died, no horn etc. Stering wheel module replaced.
37300 mi
Low tire air light was on but no tires were low, computer needed to be reset.
31000 mi
Battery failure, no longer held charge-- replacement needed
9000 mi
Low tire pressure warning light came on. All tires were properly inflated. Dealer checked the car and said there was an incorrect setting in the computer, and reset it. Problem has not reappeared (in 1,200 miles since).
23000 mi
Replaces dashboard fan control unit to fix an electrical fault that caused the fan to adjust itself.
80000 mi
US $123
Replaced original battery with new factory battery. A little negotiation got me a better price than an aftermarket battery.
11000 mi
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) malfunction caused the warning light to come on despite tires having proper pressure.
114700 mi
C $300
AC compressor died, I bought a used compressor from Ebay and the Dealer installed it for me.
174220 mi
C $200
Middle rear break light panel was corroded. I have asked them to check the performance of AC as well.
Auxiliary input for radio did not work. Dealer reprogrammed unit and fixed problem.
17760 mi
C $450
Power door lock on driver side would not unlock doors.
7000 mi
The shifter needed to be replaced - the D in Drive did not light up - I initially went and dealer told me I had to wait until light was entirely out - it was replaced
11200 mi
Tire pressure sensor monitor went on - took to dealer and found a nail in tire - fixed that but all codes had to be reprogrammed - took 2 1/2 hours
12700 mi
US $205
Battery failed and replaced
19000 mi
US $150
one of the TPMS failed and was replaced - TPMS light stayed on and tire pressures were correct
83000 mi
US $250
Horn replaced
2000 mi
Defects on TPM software. Reflashed the software fixed it.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System read improper pressure on the ECU. I could have taken it to the dealer for this, but instead i fixed the issue with a VAG-COM device.
It was diagnosed that the electronic module on the passenger-side door failed. It needed to be replaced, so the part was ordered and I took the car back. Electronic module of passenger-side door replaced Dealer failed to properly code new module. Third trip to reflash it.
86000 mi
US $60
For light bulb replacement
119224 mi
US $30
driver's window switch stopped being able to perform the one-touch-up for the driver's side window. replaced the whole switch on the door ($16 part online, $10 shipping). Used interior trim tools, took about 10 minutes. Far easier than i thought it would be.
22000 mi
Trunk latch that activates trunk light was broken. Had to replace entire latch.
The TPMS light came on, but the problem was fixed by a software update.
36000 mi
TPMS Light was on. Tech forgot to code my computer.
2000 mi
Just the MDI cable being flaky, and thus iPod connectivity issues. No big deal really.
56000 mi
US $1600
Xenon headlamp control unit and headlamp assembly all wore out/shorted out.
61000 mi
US $250
car wont start. jumped and drove around. wont start next day. went into shop replacing battery.
8000 mi
TPMS sensor light illuminated. Reprogrammed TPMS software with download.
5300 mi
A/C compressor did not engage. Refrigerant drain and refill.
18300 mi
steering wheel audio mute button suddenly failed. After much confusion incl contacting VWoA problem was traced to steering column module losing its software coding for that button!
37000 mi
TPMS light remained on and needed to be recoded as per a long-standing TSB
55500 mi
US $145
OE battery died after 5.5 years and 5 cold Vermont winters. Identical VW battery cheaper at dealer than Sears etc for one I know will last another 5 years.
71000 mi
US $100
Driver's side switch for passenger window up/down has been intermittent for years. They removed it, checked it for corroded contacts (none) and reinstalled it. It has worked perfectly ever since.
9000 mi
Error reported by tire pressure monitoring system. Device was improperly set. Dealer reset and now functions normally.
29000 mi
Burned out tail light. I couldn't do it myself, despite my best efforts. Replaced under warranty.
33200 mi
US $100
Radio would not broadcast, either through satellite or terrestrial channels. Dealer reset and updated system firmware. Now functions normally.
32000 mi
Faulty switches for power windows.
50000 mi
US $170
Failed dome light assembly was leaching battery power constantly. Switches were unreliable when car was new, so was apparently just a matter of time.
54500 mi
US $75
Corroded contacts kept rear turn signal from functioning. Corrosion worn down to repair.
Intermittent light out indicator. Ordered parking bulb. New MDI cable
13800 mi
Headlight control module ordered & replaced. Headlight got wet and damaged the control module. This problem was resolved either with the new bulb or the headlight repair.
52700 mi
Battery replaced
12000 mi
Tire pressure warning system light remained ON but tires were all correctly and evenly inflated. Dealer updated software which seemed to correct the problem, since it has not recurred.
4000 mi
TPMS light came on. SW flash required. Channels for back brakes had wrong values-checked with Vag Com.
Air conditioning was intermittent and near the end almost never blew cold air. VW wanted to replace the entire system. Found to be faulty control valve ($125 part). Cruise control stopped working. Cruise control stalk had to be replaced. Total cost was around $350.
Driver side electric window regulator defective Steering wheel clock spring defective, making clunking and chafing noises. Driver side electric window regulator defective. After removing the door blade and performing the work, the door would not fit - completely misaligned when they screwed it together. It took 3 trips, an external body shop, and 5 days to fix
19000 mi
US $1004
Replaced entire driver side airbag unit - creaking and clicking noises not recognized by VW. Cost $1004. Work done at an independent shop to perfection.
48000 mi
US $600
Key fob failed, spare key fob defective, had to replace and program new fob
53000 mi
Rear hatch release on rear hatch stopped working, $256. Head unit stopped working, CD stuck. Replaced head unit with JVC aftermarket unit, $463. Rear defroster not working, cable broken in hatch. Repaired for free.
68000 mi
US $200
A/C suddenly started blowing warm while traveling. Took it to a local shop who evacuated and recharged the system.
35000 mi
The lock/unlock button on the driver's side door has a bulb that occasionally flickers when cold. Dealer could not duplicate the condition so no repair was done.
29000 mi
US $215
Replaced battery that was still operable but going on 5 years old based on Summer 2008 manufacture date.
44000 mi
40,000 scheduled routine maintenance involved brakes & belts inspection / replacement, passenger head light / electrical inspection, lubrication of various parts, replacement of fluids, for an estimated $550+ at dealer. Took the car elsewhere for $250.
66000 mi
US $350
The electrical motor that diverts the airflow to the heater died.
88000 mi
US $650
Battery died and alternator wasn't charging battery.
121800 mi
US $125
Passenger side Daytime Running Light was causing the replace light warning to go off. Dealer replaced the light as well as both side marker lights.
15000 mi
Airbag light came on. Microsensor in seatbelt buckle had to be replaced
19000 mi
POD sensor under passenger seat no longer detects person in seat so airbag for passenger is disabled. Went in for repair, sensor arrived damaged from warehouse. New part on order.
19800 mi
Replaced POD sensor
29000 mi
PODS module under seat for detecting passenger defective causing airbag light to come on. New PODS sensor ordered and I will be notified when it arrives.
30800 mi
PODS module was replaced
112000 mi
US $100
City lights had to be replaced. Impossible to reach with hands or without possibly crushing something. Repair had to be done at dealership.
61380 mi
C $360
Alternator replaced
11000 mi
Driver side window switch broke. Replaced under warranty
71300 mi
Radio would not turn on after turning on the car one day. Changed fuses, but had no effect. Living without it.
Soon after airbag warning light came on, apparently new harness faulty. A third harness not faulty but a newer design reluctant to talk with sensors that control the airbag. Finally new circular spring installed in steering wheel and system reprogrammed.
15500 mi
air conditioner was not working properly. Still making odd noise even after trip to dealer. Told refrigerant was overfilled, drained some, but problem still.
93000 mi
AC never fully fixed. Just learned to live with it!
99000 mi
Replace fan Passenger door and window failed.
81000 mi
US $180
serpentine belt wore out and was replaced
117 mi
US $140
Ac control unit not sending power to high/low pressure sensor, no AC
36000 mi
US $150
Tire pressure sensor continues to have a mind of its own.
Door lock/open mechanism not working properly. Car would not recognize door was open most of the time. Would occasionally fail to unlock remotely. Would click/hum at times.
Various electrical quirks displayed, including an occasional failure to open the trunk lid and difficulty starting. New battery fixed these issues.
46000 mi
Rear doors do not unlock with remote consistently. Dealer could not duplicate.
Edit: Battery was low. Replaced battery and have had no further problems.
49000 mi
Replaced AC compressor under warranty.
83300 mi
Replaced radiator fan. Replaced air conditioning refrigerant.
42100 mi
US $3000
dryer unit disintegrated and spread throughout the system. Pump was replaced twice only to fail after a couple of weeks. A specialist recognized the "black sludge/ residue" in the coolant lines. Required complete clean and new pump
12000 mi
Foul smell when turning on air conditioner. It was fixed under warranty. No charge for fixing it.
Sirius receiver was not recognizing the radio network. Could not activate radio with the provider. Dealer found receiver to be faulty. Ordered a new receiver to be installed later. Installed new sirius receiver. Problem solved
54000 mi
CD player would show an error code and not play CD's. Google showed that it required a complete replacement or battery unplug and reset. Did battery reset and works fine. CD player would show an error code and not play CD's. Google showed that it required a complete replacement or battery unplug and reset. Did battery reset and works fine.
19840 mi
The driver side power lock switch was faulty. It only worked half the time.
26300 mi
Replaced audio component head unit/cd changer due to malfunction. Malfunction occurred when attempting to load CD in to 6 disc changer. Replacement covered by VW CPO warranty.
186 mi
HVAC system non-functional on day three of ownership. Repaired under warranty
37820 mi
Door lock stopped working, so car alarm would not arm. Dealer replaced door lock mechanism. Problem solved. Owner thought alarm was the problem, not the lock.
83700 mi
C $1000
Wiring to hatch reverse lights had worn out, rear backup lights no longer working. Wiring was re-done.
AC has a leak, recharged with colorant in fluid in order to find the hole later.
125240 mi
C $240
The starter broke, but the mechanic now understood all the previous problems since the summer. Mechanic repaired starter temporarily.
97000 mi
Hatch latch will sometimes not lock or unlock. Repair shop claims the lock actuator was starting to fail.
104000 mi
Door lock module failing. Symptom is the 'lights on' warning chime has stopped sounding when opening the door with lights on and keys out. VW online forums suggest it is a common issue with the door module. A/C takes extended time to start cooling and does not cool very much. Search of online VW forums indicate it is likely the A/C compressor solenoid needing replacement.
104700 mi
US $310
Had 3rd party shop replace a/c compressor solenoid.
108000 mi
Door lock module never fixed.
92000 mi
US $300
Passenger door would not lock (alarm would not arm). Door latch parts replaced.
109600 mi
US $350
Battery replaced
111000 mi
US $400
Airbag warning light came on and horn was not working. Replaced the clock spring on the steering wheel
Cruise Control does not work approximately 1 out of every 10-15 vehicle starts. If vehicle is shut down and restarted, problem generally goes away. Shop unable to replicate on this trip. Returned within the week for Cruise control issue because the problem had re-occurred during my drive. Took to shop and left car running so they could test while issue was happening; problem successfully replicated and issue located; parts on order.
37000 mi
Cruise Control repair parts installed and system tested for 5 full days while working with VWoA. Problem eventually rectified.
36000 mi
Warning light indicating left headlight failure. Driver's side HID bulb after only 3 yrs. Dealer agreed to handle replacement of this VERY expensive bulb under factory warranty. Here's hoping 2nd bulb fails under warranty as well.
124700 mi
US $1000
AC Compressor pulley broke
5000 mi
air conditioning did not blow cold. found out that i needed a high pressure switch and the part had to be ordered. High Pressure switch was installed and AC now works fine. The Drivers door would lock automatically even if the door is open! Dealership told me i need a new door lock module and they didn't have any in stock so they needed to order the parts and i have an appointment on 7/11/09 to have it installed
6000 mi
new door lock module was replaced, door locks functioning as intended now. repair took only 45 minutes.
16000 mi
cruise control not working. Dealer "forgot" to repair it while it was in for recall work on another issue. This is the second time the dealer "forgot" to look at it.
21000 mi
cruise control was not working, dealer determined that a switch needed to be replaced but they did not have one in stock. drivers side headlight was out. Second time in six months. Dealer determined that the "igniter/ballast" was bad and had to order parts. dealer replaced drivers side headlight bulb and "ballast/igniter" dealer installed new cruise control switch. works perfectly now
23000 mi
Auto Leveling headlights are still shining too high. Dealership still unable to correct.
37600 mi
Driver side door sensor failed. This caused the car to think the door was always closed.
31000 mi
US $450
A/C Controller leak
62000 mi
US $196
Driver side headlight dim--replace HID bulb
64000 mi
power window switch on driver's door does not always activate the driver and/or passenger windows
80000 mi
Check on auto adjust headlight system--headlights out of focus
50000 mi
US $436
AC stopped working. Defective valve found, replaced and system recharged.
54500 mi
US $100
Lost a HID low beam. Replaced it and had the car serviced.
37900 mi
US $1000
Lumbar support motor was inop. Dealer replaced harness under warranty.
Occasionally the radio loses all presets and can't access the Sirius tuner. At the time VWoA had advised that a software update would be available in the future. The car was in service for 1 day, but the issue was not resolved due to the software update.
62100 mi
US $310
A/C sensor failed, causing system to leak. Sensor replaced, system recharged.
Leak in high pressure switch allowed loss of refrigerant from A/C.
27200 mi
Replaced window motor: it ran backwards from all the other windows.
26000 mi
US $450
Audio controls on steering wheel, horn, and paddle shifters were not working. Airbag fault light was on. Fixed by replacing contact ring in steering wheel.
5000 mi
Sometimes the car fails to start in the morning. Three repair trips so far, but the dealer cannot find anything wrong with it.
12000 mi
Steering wheel buttons replaced.
17000 mi
US $225
Airbag fault light came on. Ended up being a faulty clockspring. Volkswagen agreed to pick up 75% of the cost even though the car was under warranty.
50500 mi
AC high pressure switch replaced and refrigerant added. AC was not blowing cold air, AC unit would not turn on.
65300 mi
US $200
Replacement of HID headlight bulb.
85000 mi
US $200
Changed HID bulbs and igniters, a job that should take no longer than 10 minutes took over 2 hours dues accessibility and component design!
22320 mi
Electronic part of drivers door latch intermittent. I.e. door open indicator, headlight on warning indicator etc.
27860 mi
Bad door latch sensor fixed after tech examined car at -15 Celcius ! Replaced part of drivers door latch under warranty. Latch was not *telling* the central locking computer that the door was open. All kinds of bizarre effects of that.
29140 mi
Drivers side rear door locking intermittent.
47000 mi
Headlight error light intermittent on console. Bulb replaced at no cost.
59400 mi
I believe alternator was replaced.
97000 mi
US $756
Battery was producing error reports so replaced.
67000 mi
Drivers door central locking module
102500 mi
US $210
Car had to be towed to replace starter.
122000 mi
US $200
A/C compressor took a long time to start pumping, sometimes 5 to 10 min. Found bad small Aux radiator fan and main problem was the Refrigerant Control Valve had malfunctioned requiring replacement and evacuation and recharge of R-134a
55200 mi
iPod Dock creates feedback through stereo, repairs under warranty extension as this was in shop just prior to 50k mile extension for this problem. finally fixed in fifth attempt when dealer realized problem was with the dock not cable or audio system.
AC pressure switch went bad and leaked all Freon. Switch was replaced and system recharged.
80000 mi
US $1000
Both fans needed replacement
108700 mi
US $180
AC pressure switch needed to be replaced. AC system was then recharged.
128000 mi
US $40
Xenon bulb needed to be replaced
88000 mi
US $30
Diagnose brake check light on intermittently beginning in January. Problem was damaged wire harness. Chose not to fix as yet.
16000 mi
Horn stopped working and blew fuses. Dealer found a short in the horn and ordered a new part to replace it.
36000 mi
Trip computer that measures trip time driven, trip distance, avg trip mpg, instant mpg, etc. was not resetting on cold starts like it is supposed to. The computer was replaced and has worked properly ever since.
100700 mi
US $100
replace passenger door electric lock mechanism; door would not lock or unlock most of the time.
106000 mi
US $150
compressor regulator went bad and high pressure sensor went bad; replaced regulator, have not replaced sensor yet.
108000 mi
US $65
Replaced AC pressure sensor
42000 mi
TPMS light on and off intermittently. Re-calibrated system, but light came on within 10 miles after leaving. Replaced TPMS control unit. Light back on with in 10 miles again. Finally discovered faulty TPMS sensor in FR wheel. Replaced and light hasn't come back on in 2 days (where it was on nearly constantly before).
54000 mi
Window switch replaced on drivers side. Rattles not fixed.
Light bulb in right mirror blinker (LED inside sideview mirror) went out.
5000 mi
Both of the 12V outlets did not work after only 3K. I took the car in at 4900K for service and fuses were replaced and outlets now work.
67000 mi
HEADLIGHT OUT Replace the left headlight. Owner supplied.
18000 mi
CDC Hardware Error displayed when trying to play CDs in changer. Replacement head unit ordered New head unit delivered and replaced. Fixed the CDC Hardware Error problem.
18000 mi
on/start radio volume always at set level. old radio and manual state if low volume at off, will be low volume at on. but higher/set volume when turned on than when turned off. dealer acknowledged, said this is how new radios work. no fix.
19000 mi
Rear hatch / trunk light not working. Rear hatch also not closing properly when holding in the VW Emblem latch mechanism. Hatch open sensor broken, causing both problems. Hatch thinks it is always closed. Replacement sensor ordered. Same radio "on" volume problem. Volume always at approx level 5 when turned on, even if at lower volume when turned off. Dealer said radio is indeed not working properly. Ordered a new head unit.
20000 mi
Head unit was replaced in hope of repairing ON volume issue. New head unit does the same thing. Told "this is how they work now" Rear hatch sensor was replaced. hatch closes properly now and rear hatch light comes on properly.
28000 mi
Aux audio jack was replaced
34300 mi
US $45
Headlamp out
32000 mi
AC stopped blowing cold. Shop said it was a pressure switch. New switch installed and system recharged under warranty. Also ordered part for TSB issue for the DSG transmission. Part ordered but not installed. Car traded for 2011 GTI 4 door
AC not blowing cold air Radio cracking sound when wet
Smyrna replaced
61380 mi
Lack of cold air from the ac.
78740 mi
C $750
Changed the battery and it was the alternator.
But the battery was due.
94860 mi
C $300
Air con not working
94860 mi
C $30
Cabin recirculation motor was broken. Replaced it.
98000 mi
Headlight bulb burned out. Replaced.
Other headlight burned out 2 weeks later. Replaced.
172500 mi
Air bag light was on. Checked error code and saw service bulletin was issued for bad wiring connector under seat. Removed connector and soldered wires together. Fixed
257000 mi
US $75
Cabin fan speed controller malfunctioned. Only high speed and off worked. Replaced speed controller and blower assembly. Typically resistance from blower motor bearings cause the speed controller to overheat and burn out so both replaced.
149420 mi
C $1000
Electric door latch failed
60120 mi
Airbag warning light was on. Passenger airbag replaced under warranty.
71300 mi
Passenger seat side airbag faulty. Replaced under dealer repair warranty. 2nd time repair for same airbag.
191000 mi
US $40
Refrigerant Control Valve was sticking, added AC oil. Now it cools as soon as the engine reaches operating temperature.
replacement of radio antenna (screw-in mast) - due to rubber failure the mast broke off. Replaced by owner, part purchased at dealer.
68200 mi
Airbag sensor light on (not checked)
83080 mi
C $130
Old battery failed. Replaced with new
40000 mi
Defective door lock actuator.
76200 mi
Defective power door lock actuator caused (1) fuel pump not to prime upon opening driver's door and (2) windows to not open/close when inserting key in driver's door.
10000 mi
Rattle coming from HVAC unit at center of the dash. Fixed. Water in the spare tire well, replaced drain plug. Rear windshield wiper spray director fell off, replaced.
Cruise control stalk failure - covered under warranty
58000 mi
US $43
AC would not adequately cool the vehicle after temps reached the mid-90s. VW shop checked all HVAC components, found no issue. AC seems to function normally now.
143000 mi
US $413
High pressure switch went bad and started leaking.
30000 mi
Oil change and a airbag light came on for a bad sensor on the driver's seat.
31000 mi
US $14
Replaced seat belt harness under warranty. Airbag light was on so I took it in during my 30,000 service.
Check airbag light. TSB performed on passenger wiring harness under warranty.
10000 mi
2 TSB's performed. One to reflash the radio to remove "bass spikes". Another to replace the driver door control/window motor to correct security led remaining on.
44000 mi
HID bulb turned pink (apparently an indication that they are about to fail) and was replaced by the dealer.
59000 mi
Paddle shifter malfunctioned, part ordered. Paddle shifter replaced
66500 mi
HID Headlight burnt out. Not user replaceable - or at least not conveniently.
111000 mi
US $90
Power lumbar support keeps blowing fuse. Probably needs new switch. A/C takes about 5 minutes to start blowing cold. Dealer said it's normal on a hot day. Possibly a switch getting stuck. Could try a $350 repair if it keeps doing it.
113000 mi
Lumbar motor keeps blowing fuse. Switch replaced. Problem still there. Motor needs replacing. Too expensive.
12400 mi
A/c broke, fixed with new compressor. Timing belt needed to be replaced after it "slipped off".
37200 mi
cruise control switch needed replacement
99200 mi
C $300
Window Regulator Replacement
53000 mi
US $2100
2 of 4 ignition coils failed. Dealer suggesting replacing all 4 as a precaution.
25000 mi
The cruise control switch failed to activate. It was determined that there was an electrical problem with the switch. New cruise control switch was installed for successful repair.
45500 mi
Electric lumbar support for drivers seat had malfunctioned and would not move up or down and caused clicking noises. New lumbar support was installed for successful repair.
25000 mi
Replaced door microswitch.
51000 mi
The AC died. I took the car to the dealership on a Thursday and the service advisor would not get me into a loaner organization rental car because the car could not be verified to be broken. I made an appointment for Friday, dropped it off, and it was repaired on Monday. The dealership got me an Enterprise rental. One of the pressure switches was bad, but I can't remember if it was the high pressure or low pressure switch.
1200 mi
Stereo Bass level and volume would suddenly increase when decelerating. The speed sensitive volume was acting in the opposite direction. Fixed via software flash under warranty.
70000 mi
US $75
Audio system stuck on CD mode.
107000 mi
Find bad TPMS sensor.
75000 mi
Air bag light lit up. Shop read the code and said problem was triggered by a seat belt switch. Reset the AB light and so far it hasnt re-lit.
92000 mi
US $280
part of the A/C system was leaking. Needed replacement and recharge
Also brake lights did not work, reverse lights came on when brake pedal was depressed. Ordered and replaced brake light switch, also under warranty.
12400 mi
Compass in instrument cluster multi-function display was no longer being displayed and no longer appeared in the settings menu. Fixed by disconnecting battery for 15 minutes to force ECM and compass module reset.
39680 mi
Electric door lock mechanism sensor failed on driver's side door. The car could no longer determine if door was locked or not, so the "door locked" light on driver's door was lit at all times when car was running, even if door wasn't locked.
58900 mi
C $10
Roof-mounted whip antenna broke off at base. Caused by water infiltration in antenna that caused it to corrode internally.
75500 mi
C $200
Air recycle flap motor failed, blocking the flap in the recycle position, causing excessive window fogging when driving. Since HVAC was disassembled, also changed blower motor as a preventative measure because it was getting noisy.
114700 mi
C $150
Rear headlight leveling sensor actuator arm corroded through and broke. Replaced with new headlight leveling sensor assembly.
130080 mi
C $300
Replaced rear wiring looms (2X) to fix non-functional rear wiper. Some wires in original looms had frayed and broken
20200 mi
A/C Compressor failure, replaced compressor and parts of A/C system per TSB. Warranty repair.
48000 mi
Warning chime for having lights on no longer worked.
49000 mi
Door locking mechanism was not working correctly.
82000 mi
US $300
Compressor was shot. Sunroof motor broke and got stuck in an open position. If closed, would open while the car was off and standing by. Had to get the motor replaced as rain was coming.
43000 mi
US $200
leaking valve on compressor. Compressor replaced. covered by extended warranty windshield wiper switch failed. Intermittent fault was hard to find. replaced switch assy.
57000 mi
US $800
loss of coolant. compressor replaced 2 years ago.
22000 mi
A/C compressor stopped working.
49200 mi
The A/C stopped working. Shop replaced a faulty switch.
13000 mi
Airbag fault sensor connector went bad. Replaced part, took about 2 hours. Covered by warranty.
58000 mi
Airbag light on seat belt sensor non-functional. Apparently not covered vwoa after much coercion paid for just the part and I have to pay labor.
67000 mi
Seatbelt sensor for airbag failed, new seatbelt fastener required. I called VOA to complain they sent me a new fastener and I installed it myself. Replaced seatbelt, noticed airbag light still came back on.. Dealer had open recall for under seat sensor dealer fixed sensor and reset light.
108000 mi
Voltage reading is off
118000 mi
Airbag light on, under seat sensor causing issues
98500 mi
US $385
Coilpack failed car was towed to shop changed all plugs and all coilpacks at my request
140000 mi
Air bag sensor failed again Finally replaced all wiring and related fuses to airbag sensor, now working
68200 mi
US $150
Blown headlight (HID) bulb.
83000 mi
US $100
AC was working but not as cold as it used to be especially at idle and in stop and go traffic. AC system was evacuated and recharged with a dye added to find any possible small leaks.
A/C was totally dead. Replaced compressor, condenser, and two valves
20000 mi
Passenger seat belt retractor failed and left the belt inoperable, hanging slack. Replaced under warranty. Required two visits, the second lasting several hours.
43000 mi
High beams non-functional due to shutter motor failing. Required ordering of new motor and controller, which have been on order for two weeks now.
12000 mi
Problem with radio.
50000 mi
US $200
One of the HID headlamps burned out. Purchased new headlamp and attempted to replace myself unsuccessfully. Took to dealer to reinsert bulbs.
30000 mi
Low pressure switch
65300 mi
US $700
AC compressor seized.
22800 mi
Power lumbar in the driver seat stopped functioning. Servos and motors replaced under warranty. Navigation system locked up. Dealer flashed to latest firmware, which fixed the problem.
23000 mi
First airbag malfunction light. Determined to be a faulty igniter.
30000 mi
Second airbag malfunction light. Another faulty igniter replaced.
51000 mi
Third airbag malfunction light. Airbag harness under driver seat repaired under recall. All four ignition coils also replaced during the same visit (another recall).
54000 mi
Fourth airbag malfunction light. Entire harness replaced under recall.
55000 mi
US $400
fan control module
43000 mi
airbag fault / problem in passenger seatbelt
50000 mi
US $100
compressor blew apart. replaced all parts of the A/C
98000 mi
US $900
Wires leading to drivers side low/dipped beam had cracking insulation that was falling off, exposing bare wires. Entire headlight housing needed to be replaced.
12300 mi
Air Conditioner compressor seized. New compressor, evaporator, & expansion chamber ordered and installed under warranty.
13354 mi
Sirius module failed, center arm rest would not lock into place, Navigation screen on MFD failed. New Sirius module, arm rest, & gauge cluster ordered and installed under warranty.
93000 mi
US $150
Leak was discovered at upper refrigerant valve pin. Replaced, vacuum drained system, & recharged system.
54000 mi
US $1900
A/C STOPPED AROUND 51,000 MILES,CAR WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIR,DEALER CALLED AND SAID THAT THE AC WAS BLOWING COOL AIR,NOT COLD.THEN SAID THAT THEY CHECKED COMPRESSURE OIL AND FOUND METAL PARTICALS SO THE TOTAL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED.
30000 mi
Short in electrical system of passenger side mirror turn signal. Dealer replaced mirror signal electronics unit.
48000 mi
Replace flapper valves (2) inside dash, these are valves controlling air flow for heat and A/C and they were making a slapping noise. Order parts. Flapper valves replaced, successful.
51120 mi
C $500
Battery drained when car is off. Electrical was diagnosed, turned out to a bad rear wiper harness. Wires shorted, caused system to remain "alive" when car is off, thus draining battery. Rear wiper didn't work either. Harness replaced.
57000 mi
Airbag Warning Light and Recall for ignition coils
Grinding of gears for the recirc flapper. Fixed by breaking one of the plastic pins on the flapper, letting the gears reset their position and then re-gluing the pin back in place.
Door lock module (Driver side) that was replaced when car had 6,500 was defective again at 43,000. Somewhat common issue with Mark IV and V Rabbits/Golfs.
"NO SAT RADIO" displayed intermittently. Dealer said they couldn't duplicate. Has since been fixed under TSB which will be reported for next month.
8000 mi
"No Sat Radio" displayed when turning on. First trip to dealer told VW wasn't aware of the issue. A TSB was issued 2 weeks later.
34000 mi
Dome lights failed to operate with doors opening and closing. Dealer diagnosed faulty lighting unit and ordered part. Dealer successfully replaced faulty dome light unit. Also performed VW Recall 03 (ECM software update).
43000 mi
Driver's power window express feature not working. Replaced faulty window motor. Now driver's door won't unlock with remote! Total warranty repairs since new $7500! Replaced tail light assembly
105000 mi
After closing driver's door, all doors would lock automatically with no outside command. Unlocked with fob and they would lock again. Opened and closed all doors and hatch. Problem was resolved with no trip to dealer.
114400 mi
US $591
Both headlight igniters failed within two days. Replaced, all OK. Dealer also found noisy starter drive. Will Replace later (est. $700) if the noise changes to a growl (update: never did). Looking for new car.
50600 mi
Airbag sensor showed faulty passenger seat airbag. Dealer replaced airbag in the seat. Airbag sensor showed faulty passenger seat airbag. Dealer replaced airbag in the seat.
Cruise control was not setting properly. The GTI did have a control module replace a long time ago by another dealer. Dealer #2 reported that the pin on that module that controls cruise functions was bent by Dealer #1. Loaner was provided by dealer/VWo
Repaired rear hatch wiring, door won't lock. Readjusted hinges in front and rear doors to stop doors from rubbing and chipping paint.
28520 mi
Left front headlights went out for about a month then mysteriously came back by itself. Told can not find fault.
34100 mi
C $1050
Signal Switch ticker malfunction. Continues to tick after returning from left/right turn. Replaced switch. Left front headlight went out again, didn't come back by itself this time around. Apparently front right headlight leak also. Light bulb replaced in left, replaced right headlight assembly.
53320 mi
C $250
Starter replacement with new Bosch unit. Old starter turning very slowly.
replaced speed sensor as the odometer measurement and speedometer reading was incorrect over 80 km/hr when compared to GPS device Update - speed sensor not the issue - reversed the repair - problem found in speedo head - a sensor replaced Aug 26th after three trips to the shop looking for issue.
80600 mi
Previous speedo repair did not get corrected. Repair concluded speedo has an electronic defect and no previous repair has fixed it. We chose not to repair the speedo and will use tachometer to monitor speed.
84320 mi
C $450
Rear wiper wiring harness failed and wore off the coating on some wires due to the opening/closing of the hatch( 3 locations I was told). Took 6 hours to find and fix the whole length of the wiring.
Battery was weak, having trouble starting car in the cold if sitting for more than a few days, or if below -10 degrees. (Car is a diesel).
Battery replaced
HVAC Controls lighting was absent since I bought the car. Simple $1 light bulb that you can remove with an air tube piece typically used in fish tanks :-) Dealer wanted $60 to do this.
139500 mi
US $23
Brake Light Switch module defective and rear lights would not turn off.
167000 mi
US $450
Compressor clutch went, but just went ahead and replaced the entire compressor since they now sell them fully assembled and it then becomes a bolt off bolt on operation.
Car was slow starting. Found corrosion on battery terminals. Cleaned connections. Problem gone.
118000 mi
US $20
Replaced driver's side low beam bulb.
120000 mi
US $15
Side marker lens melted at the bulb socket.
176000 mi
US $20
Replaced blown passenger side low beam headlight bulb.
59200 mi
US $650
Temp gauge not reading accurately, AC compressor & control unit & fans not working. No cold air.
62100 mi
AC compressor had failed. Replaced with the new factory unit.
63000 mi
US $800
Car first began to idle poorly, displayed MIL/CEL, squeaked loudly during cold startup, then it failed to startup. As a result I replaced the alternator, plugs & coil packs.
106000 mi
US $50
Headlight out.
138000 mi
US $278
antenna mount replaced
40000 mi
US $360
A/C expansion valve replacement.
67000 mi
Repaired the driver door lock microswitch.
98300 mi
US $550
Dash cluster malfunction. Unable to repair, thus needed to be replaced. Car functions fine either way, just an annoyance.
Airbag Fault light came on and problem fixed by replacing a wiring harness under driver seat. Replaced the fuse block located on top of battery due to melted terminal surrounding fuse.
Brake light panel on back of rear window is out and needs to be replaced but its 270 dollars so I opted out of fixing. Transmission fluid need to be changed very dirty and had pieces of metal shavings. Not good for future of teh car and transmission.
Backup lights not working, periodic full loss of power when turned off. Backup light switch replaced.
251000 mi
US $20
Brake switch replaced. Brake lights had not been working.
172000 mi
US $20
"Door closed" microswitch in driver's door failed. Replaced.
124000 mi
US $22
emergency flasher relay
179900 mi
US $965
alternator and pulley, parts and labor
209000 mi
US $413
starter replacement
297000 mi
US $253
Ventilation blower fan failed. It was removed and replaced for a reasonable charge
347000 mi
US $250
replaced the starter
447800 mi
US $226
Multi switch (Hi-Lo beam switch, cruise)
371100 mi
US $1054
Replaced auxiliary fan and AC compressor
437000 mi
US $300
spliced wire to AC compressor, replaced lower radiator hose, inspected timing belt, PS pump, and serpentine tensioner.
528400 mi
US $450
starter replacement
82700 mi
US $150
Intermittent, serious electrical problems. Turned out to be the power distribution board above the battery. $120 part, $30 labor. Knowing which part=priceless.
89000 mi
US $35
Replaced the fuse box above the battery. Replaced it a year ago, and that fixed all the electrical troubles. Well it started again, and this time I replaced it with a $35 knock-off. Well, if a $120 part only lasts a year...Fixed for now!
101100 mi
US $117
AC went out, so I took it to a local mechanic specializing in AC. Good news: just a fuse. Bad news $500. Fuse box above battery was melted (true). Fixed it myself for $120 and 20 minutes.
155000 mi
US $638
Front door switches inoperative. No signal that doors were open.
86200 mi
£400
and repaired broken window regulator.
130200 mi
C $750
There was a draw on the battery when engine not running, such that a good battery would drain overnight. Difficult to identify as alternator tested okay while running. Turned out to be a bad circuit board, specific to vw alternator design.
281360 mi
C $350
Original Starter failed after 450,000 kms, replaced with aftermarket
Faulty electronics module in driver's door. No longer registers "door open" status -- won't switch dome light on. Lock/unlock still works, and no troubles with factory alarm system (thus far).
The car does not sense that the driver's door is open. Will not repair since I don't even notice it.
76260 mi
C $45
Radio reception not working. Replaced antenna at top of car. Radio now works. Radio reception not working. Replaced antenna at top of car. Radio now works.
New air compressor seized after 200 miles, car towed to engine shop, $500 to get diagnosis, towed to shop that did air con and repaired under warranty. Broke again 100 miles later air compressor replaced, third one in six weeks.
94100 mi
US $350
drier replaced (under warranty, replaced last year), also hose replaced
Wipers, headlights, turn signals, hvac and radiator fans would turn themselves on when car was unlocked with key in ignition. Wipers, lights, signals would flicker while driving.
Rear turn signal went off, cruise Control stopped working. VW/Audi shop did electrical testing and determined place where wires had a short. They isolated the problem and changed worn fuse as well.
124000 mi
US $75
High mount break light failure due to short in the electric system
Replaced the control comfort module. Mechanical actuators in th CCM stick over time as the lubricant decays. Complex and difficult to diagnose electrical issues arise.
The airbag light was lit due to a fauly relay in the seatbelt assembly. After 10 years, both headlights went within 1 week of each other. Impressive! The door lock mechanism was repair as car would lock door even when the door was open (worn wire)
71000 mi
C $580
The airbag light was on due to a faulty connection in the seat belt hardware. Expensive, but now both are done. Apparently the contact inside just wears out with use.
86280 mi
C $50
Airbag light on. Traced to seatbelt buckle. Not yet repaired.
89900 mi
C $3000
Airbag light on. The sensor in the seatbelt had broken off. This was repaired a few years earlier by replacing the seatbelt harness. Shop soldered the piece on for free.
Door open indicator kept popping up while driving and would go away when opening door. Door latch needed to be replaced.
123000 mi
US $170
Broken ignition locking cylinder. Metal "key like" piece connecting ignition cylinder to ignition switch broke. Common problem when researched on VWvortex.com.
Air bag light was on. Cleaning connector under driver's seat seems to have repaired. replaced starter motor
126300 mi
US $450
#14 fuse kept blowing, the one that controls power locks, windows, interior lights, etc. First they replaced the dome light, but that didn't do it. Turned out to be the wires from the hatch to the trunk had deteriorated and were shorting.
Alternator is considered dead but mechanic could not confirm as he suggested it was a bad battery. Replaced battery and it still doesnt start after engine has been cold.
Original starter failed. Replaced with rebuilt unit (new units no longer available). Technically did not require a tow because I pointed it downhill and bump-started it, but most people would have needed it towed (esp. w/diesel in cold wx
146000 mi
US $3
Switch in driver door went bad, car did not know when door was open, which confused the auto-lock system. Replaced one switch, cost $1.50.
Backup lights quit working the dealer wants $500 to repair, I did the repair using aftermarket switch from radio shack for $12 and 3 hours of my time. Very difficult to access switch assembly (Very poor design).
98300 mi
I tried to do some wiring to get my airbag light to turn off and that was successful for about 2 weeks. Light's back on again.
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