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Chart based on 207 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Engine problem light illuminated. Code indicates CO sensor. Mechanic said probably not a problem. Car is sitting til I return in a month. Meanwhile waiting to see what VW does to resolve diesel problems.
133300 mi
C $100
intake manifold runner sensor repaired with aftermarket bracket
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) failed. This is especially noteworthy because VW replaced the DPF 14 months prior as a result of the dieselgate recall. This part failed 14 months later in July 2021. It was covered under VWs extended emission warranty.
27300 mi
Intercooler Icing issue, engine ingested water, causing stumbling and hard starting.
24000 mi
HPFP failed, VW tried not to cover, needed to get insurance and threaten with lawyer to get them to cover under warranty.
6000 mi
1 of 2 engine Cooling fans not working. Fan replaced.
11000 mi
leaking intercooler o-ring
15000 mi
Faulty intake sensor- got a loaner because of xmas holiday.
30000 mi
Replaced ECU
20000 mi
In tank fuel pump broke apart requiring replacement of total fuel delivery system- pumps, pipes, injectors etc.
19000 mi
fuel pump broke apart with metal pieces contaminating fuel system
VWoA picked up the cost of an exhaust flap and a 'cold weather intercooler kit'. They did not pick up the cost of a new starter because I had it done at an independent garage. It burned out trying to turn over the 'frozen' engine.
43000 mi
Check engine light on. Glow plug module fault errors. Turned out to be a corroded ground wire.
16740 mi
Check engine light appeared, faulty oxygen sensor to blame. Fixed under warranty, no cost to me.
28000 mi
turbo oil return line seal leaking intercooler froze up during cold weather, car would not start. knew of these problems from forums, so had it towed rather than try to start. TSB was performed, part replaced.
26000 mi
Heat plates rubbing steering column. Causing news and vibration.
45000 mi
US $500
O2 sensor failed for the second time
70000 mi
US $300
Rear O2 sensor triggered a check engine light. Dealer followed procedure for clearing code and flashing an update.
Water pump seized up. Replacement water pump. Two replacement belts needed. Water pump axel bearing destroyed. Implellor seperated from shaft. Axel flopping around.
Rough idle after cold start. Dealer replaced fuel pressure retention valve under warranty.
83800 mi
US $150
High pressure fuel pump failed. Towed to local shop, then dealer. HPF still under warranty. Diesel particulate filter not under warranty. Driving with dashboard warning lights on until buy back available.
21000 mi
"key not in range" displayed with key in ignition. Car started briefly, then died. Would not restart. Was 30 mi from home with no spare key. Car (under warranty) towed to nearest dealer by VW. VW assisted renting a car.
54000 mi
Kept getting flashing glowplug lights while driving followed by limp mode. The code was diagnosed as a fuel pressure issue. Dealer could not figure out the exact issue and after spending much time at dealership they replaced all three fuel pumps and fuel filter. All covered under warranty. Car is a piece of junk!
Check Engine light came on, and glow plug light blinking.
51000 mi
US $50
Engine would surge and hesitate at slow speeds, I asked to have motor mounts, throttle linkage, inspected and ecm eval, they told me ecm flash was available. $50 for diagnosis, quoted 75 for flash, I declined. They then did the flash 4 free.
18000 mi
repair has not been completed. The vehicle will hesitate at light or when a you make right or left turn. The pedal needs to be floored
33000 mi
Fuel pump auto shut-off activated immediately upon pumping fuel into car. Only possible to trickle fuel into tank w/o pump shutting down. Replaced fuel filler "flap" assembly (under warranty)
60000 mi
US $50
Start button not operating except when pushed in a very specific location
50000 mi
US $300
The push-in button got hard to press to start the ignition. I had to FIRMLY touch the side of the big button for it to start.
10000 mi
Mileage had dropped 6 mpg from 48 to 42 on highway and 45 to 39 in town. Engine "tweaked" at no charge. Tire pressure increased with slightly harder ride. All is well
44000 mi
US $140
Check engine light on for code P047F, exhaust flap.
Dealer technician confirms exhaust flap is binding. VW refuses coverage under warranty extension VWP-13-05. No repair done. Dealer charges me $140 for the diagnostics.
45000 mi
US $135
Check engine light on for code P047F, exhaust flap. VW refuses coverage under warranty extension VWP-13-05, but offers to cover 85% of repair cost.
64000 mi
US $150
Exhaust temperature sensor #1 failed. Dealer quote $800. Part + tool ~$150. Replaced it myself.
84000 mi
Code P0401 insufficient exhaust gas recirculation flow. EGR filter clogged with soot from cracked diesel particulate filter. Both DPF and EGR filter replaced under VW extended diesel emissions warranty included with emissions modification. Cracked DPF most likely caused by modified engine programming included in diesel emissions fix (previous repair).
97800 mi
DPF cracked and EGR filter clogged again; replaced under extended warranty
97000 mi
US $100
Check engine light on, faulty O2 sensor
83000 mi
High pressure fuel pump imploded, sending metal shavings throughout fuel system. Everything needed to be replaced. Parts and labor cost 8k but VW (which knows about this problem) has extended the normal warranty on this issue to 120k miles
45000 mi
US $300
glow plug module replaced
36000 mi
US $216
Push button start not working
17000 mi
Software update to fix problem with thermostat not heating quickly.
Engine MIL on. Only issue they could find was need for software update. I paid $115 for the update. Week later the cruise control would not come on. Problem was with the software update that i paid $115. for. VW fixed it and is refund my $
2500 mi
unit that thought engine was hot was broken. replaced both engine fans and numerous other electrical related items. the fan would not turn off after driving to the desert and battery died.
Part of the air intake became loose. Plastic piece had warped due to heat. Dealer has to order new part for replacement.
2000 mi
Engine took excessively long time to reach normal operating temp -- thermostat failing to close completely? Dealer "vacuumed" cooling system (flushed?). Problem was solved.
Fuel leak found at 10k mile oil change. They cleaned it up and applied the recall. So far so good.
77000 mi
Exhaust
89800 mi
US $345
Oxygen sesor in muffler system
110000 mi
US $600
Exhaust flap - covered under warranty extended by VW.
75000 mi
US $12
Wiring to turbo boost pressure sensor broke because the factory wiring loom wasn't long enough and wire gage was too small. Soldered extended leads with preinstalled connectors. Wire bought at vw dealership.
60000 mi
US $1000
Fuel injector pump died; emissions mod warranty covered repair of entire fuel system.
97000 mi
US $4300
Clutch replacement after failure.
26000 mi
Turbo oil line leak
27500 mi
Turbo oil line leak repaired, again. Apparently did not seat o-ring properly the first time.
32200 mi
US $225
Turbo oil line leak, again. Replaced full line for $290, refunded previous $75 charge for seal
After intercooler icing fix, dealership rerouted vacuum lines in obstruction to radiator fan. Radiator fan severed vacuum lines. Car immediately stopped running with, and needed to be towed to dealer.
33000 mi
HPFP Failure, entire diesel fuel system replaced. Selling the car ASAP before this happens again off-warranty.
27300 mi
Frozen intercooler prevented car starting after a wet cold day, on a warm humid day. Well-known problem with this engine, witha TSB issued, but plausible deniability by lazy dealer, because the "car now starts".
31500 mi
US $175
Turbo Intake hose 'kinked' and popped loose while on the freeway leasing to loss of power and 'limp mode' that allowed me to drive to my mechanic. Code showed air charge loss, leading to correct fix. Disappointing on a new car, though.
13000 mi
Turbo charge cooler freezes in certain weather conditions, resulting in no-start or stall.
22000 mi
Issue with turbo - kinked vacuum line and cracked tube resulted in check engine light, no change in performance. Replaced cracked tube.
66000 mi
MIL. Dealer diagnosed cause as exhaust flap valve, which is subject to a warranty extension. Repaired under warranty.
69000 mi
US $1900
Also had cracked radiator core support and turbo charge cooler mounting bracket. All replaced.
5000 mi
Vehicle stalled. Would not restart or even 'catch'. Dealer replace throttle body said plate was binding
21200 mi
Engine light on, failed inspection due to issue with exhaust system. I do not know what, exactly, was wrong; as it was covered by warranty, and was repaired correctly, I didn't really care.
15000 mi
Frozen intercooler pipe causing no start condition. Cold weather intercooler kit ordered. This is a known issue by VW; apparently Massachusetts is not a cold enough environment to require this kit from manufacturer.
17000 mi
Installation of cold weather intercooler package.
27000 mi
diesel fuel gelled in system
54800 mi
injector
119000 mi
US $1100
Intake motor. Timing belt. Water pump. General tune up
95300 mi
Exhaust pressure valve was sticking. This was covered under a factory extended warranty.
111000 mi
US $67
P2015 fault code indicating intake manifold flap valve out of position. Fixed problem by installing new hardstop bracket on flap valve motor assembly. Bracket was purchased from dieselgeek.com. Easy fix.
40000 mi
The device added for the misfueling protection recall sometimes interfered with normal fueling. It would sometimes cause the fuel flow to shut off unexpectedly. The dealer removed the protection device.
The hpfp died (high pressure fuel pump) replace by VW at no cost
130000 mi
US $1000
high preasuure fuel pump went, very expensive repair, 2 one to go, need to repair it to return car to VW for emission buyback.
124000 mi
US $3700
Turbocharger was replaced
48000 mi
US $450
Rear Oxygen sensor
53000 mi
US $430
replace catalytic converter temperature sensor
80000 mi
US $150
coolant leak
81000 mi
Fan and shroud destroyed
69700 mi
US $229
Combined glow-plug/pressure sensor in one cylinder failed, leading to check engine light. Engine performance was unaffected. Glow-plug replaced, resolving problem.
55000 mi
US $7000
High pressure fuel pump failed. Had to be replaced. Supposedly would have cost something like 7-10k if not under warranty. Nerve-wracking since this happened with only 5k to go.
108000 mi
US $865
Dash cluster failed 2 days before VW was to buy the vehicle back. Car would not recognize ignition keys.
83700 mi
US $1150
Diesel particulate filter failed due to internal cracking which allowed soot to pass and clog the EGR system. DPF and EGR filter replaced by independent mechanic.
26040 mi
Engine light diagnosed as faulty EGR valve. DPF suspected to be cracked so also replaced.
37820 mi
engine light on. egr system repaired
41000 mi
US $235
Replaced bad glow plug.
26200 mi
Coolant warning light came on and was flashing. Manual stated not to drive car, this could be malfunction with cooling system. Car was towed to dealer, who ran pressure checks and checked hoses, but found nothing wrong.
32860 mi
Problem with O2 sensor, and throttle body. Both were replaced under warranty, so no cost to me.
15600 mi
CHANGED ONE O2 SENSOR
196000 mi
US $1200
radiator leak, remove and replace
35700 mi
Diesel fueling restrictor was removed. It had failed, thereby disallowing any diesel fuel nozzle from inserting properly. The result of the failure was the inability to refuel the car.
20000 mi
CEL Low Fuel Pressure Same CEL Low Fuel Pressure.....Fuel Pump and in-tank? fuel pump replaced. Update: later went away on its own.
ADDENDUM....CEL on againat 20K, restarted engine CEL has not reappeared. I do not think it's fixed
4900 mi
Fuel tank lift pump failed and needed to be replaced
16000 mi
software upgrage to auto transmission, big improvement
Hydrolock, leading to bent connecting rod. Was probably caused by fluid in intercooler. Engine replaced under warranty. Intercooler upgrade kit ordered, will be installed upon receipt.
52000 mi
US $420
TSB for Intercooler, install Cold Weather Kit. Check engine light error code P0142, EGR efficiency error. Code went away for a few days, the came back. Next diagnosis was to change EGR valve (there are two on this car), I didn't bother finding out which one, traded the car instead.
33300 mi
Car had intermittent CEL, diagnosed as faulty exhaust flap, replaced under warrenty
35200 mi
US $400
number 3 oxygen sensor went bad, tripped a CEL
32000 mi
US $275
car had the infamous intercooler icing problem, dealer charged to diagnose, but VW sprang for the repair kit, which may or may not be effective. Great car but cannot rely on it.
61380 mi
Exhaust Flap was sticking - Known problem/recall
62000 mi
-VW Emissions Recall
-Repair of emissions system
-Approved fix / Programming
49500 mi
US $100
Check engine light came on. Took to dealer and found that Exhaust Flap was stuck open. Part was replaced, covered under extended warranty. My deductible was $100, total cost was about $680
55000 mi
US $85
MIL lamp turned on. A few days later, car entered Limp Mode, Glow plug lamp lit. Car ran fine on next ignition cycles (MIL remains on). Told at dealership that Intake Manifold needs replacement. Cost would be $1100. Did not repair.
112000 mi
US $1100
Check Engine Light remained on. Car went into limp mode (No acceleration) every ignition cycle. Fault showed intake manifold was faulty. Replaced Check Engine Light remained on, Glow plug flashing. Car went into limp mode (No acceleration) every ignition cycle. Fault showed wastegate solenoid was faulty. Replaced Check Engine Light remained on, Glow plug flashing. Car went into limp mode (No acceleration) every ignition cycle. Fault showed differential pressure sensor was faulty. Replaced
21000 mi
ECM reflash, possibly to address part-throttle hesitation.
38000 mi
US $366
Boost hose between turbo and intercooler rotted out.
39500 mi
EGR filter failed low pressure test. Not covered under federal 8/80 warranty, but VW agreed to pay given that car would not pass MA emissions test without replacing expensive EGR filter.
40000 mi
CEL back on less than 30 days/1 month after EGR filter replacement. Dealer says Diesel Particulate Filter failed. Car goes in Jan. 7 for new DPF and EGR filters, both this time under emissions warranty. Will I keep this car?
40300 mi
Dealer replaced failed Diesel Particulate Filter, failed EGR filter and one sensor. Covered under 80k emissions warranty.
49000 mi
US $466
Exhaust gas temperature sensor failed. Replaced.
8000 mi
Problem with EGT sensor, software updated under recall.
9000 mi
Replacement EGT sensor was faulty.
21000 mi
TDI engine. Twice in one week it would not start. Engine would crank then stop with a hard jerk. Started after sitting 5 mins, ran rough for 1 min. Found 2oz oil/water mix in intercooler pipe. Dealer could not replicate symptom or diagnose.
32000 mi
Replaced intercooler and intake piping to prevent accumulation of moisture which rendered the car inoperable in low temperatures. Covered under tsb released in May.
99000 mi
US $193
Glow plug failed causing CEL, reduced power, and stumbling at speed.
112000 mi
US $163
moisture accumulating in intercooler during cold weather. hydrolocks engine and prevents starting. TSB exists. dealer installed the "revised" intercooler but it still happens. stranded three times. no long term fix.
78000 mi
Exhaust flap was sticking--replaced for free on manufacturer extended warranty
26900 mi
replaced exhaust flapper
30000 mi
CEL came on. Dealer replaced glow plug in cylinder 4.
60000 mi
US $100
exhaust gas temperature sensor
88000 mi
US $100
Exhaust gas temperature sensor replaced.
10000 mi
Updated ECU
72000 mi
check engine light, replaced the intake manifold. car is still in the shop however, the issue I brought the car in for was not resolved(an intermittent metallic clicking) coming from the engine bay.
72800 mi
separating flywheel
96500 mi
US $2410
Intercooler hose leak at metal fitting. Hose replaced.
161700 mi
US $735
Replaced intake manifold because of sticking EGR shaft causing check engine light
183800 mi
US $250
Replaced ignition key cylinder
249900 mi
US $842
Replace turbo boost control module
48600 mi
MIL light came on during extremely cold weather in Boston. The codes were P048A and P047F, for auxilliary emissions controls. (Butterfly valve or its sensor's malfunction; between the two cat. converters in exhaust system).
5000 mi
Car hesitates under load at 21/2200 RPM,documented on TDI forum.Dealer says "no such problem" and probably didn't check anything but codes and since there was no "check engine light", there was no problem.Told the internet is not
33000 mi
Bad O2 sensor. Replaced.
38900 mi
Pressure sensor clogged for cylinder 1. Replaced glow plug sensor and fuel injector.
81000 mi
US $1000
Sensor / control for air intake went bad. Needed to replace entire intake manifold to fix.
84000 mi
US $918
Throttle body replaced.
91000 mi
US $300
Recall for snowflap on air intake, and update for VW emissions settlement.
117000 mi
Replace turbo charger. Covered under extended warranty as part of VW settlement.
119604 mi
Check engine light came on. Diesel particulate filter (DPF) clogged w/ soot. Replaced DPF and EGR filter.
74000 mi
US $800
emissions failure light traced to bad glo plug - dealer rec'd replace all 4 (he said 5?)
NOT to do with VW emissions peroblem
82200 mi
emission sensor gone bad - car would not pass state emissions inspection. Further problem after repair that catalyst sensor would not reset so car will still not pass - they say you just have to drive it - 650 miles so far and no reset yet. Update: reset after 1,100 miles.
40300 mi
Starter engaged, motor turned over and started but ran for only 20 seconds. This repeated 3 times after which it was towed to dealer. Car sat outside in below freezing temps for 2 days (because it occurred over weekend). The first dealer only found a drained battery. Car was subsequently seen by my regular dealer who diagnosed iced intercooler intake as the cause. Cold weather mod kit was installed which to date has solved problem.
Found out that previos visit for electrical smell and radiator fan running was likely normal and related to burning of stored particulate exaust matter.
58000 mi
US $750
Bad fuel injector
86700 mi
Exhaust flapper valve. Check engine light.
73000 mi
US $65
EGR pressure differential sensor gone bad. Replaced with new part
28700 mi
US $775
Fuel pump and serpentine belt.
112700 mi
US $2200
DPF cracked w/ clogged EGR (P0401 code).
133000 mi
US $5242
Hpfp fragmented and sent metal flakes throughout fuel system. This was a known faulty hpfp, but their extended warranty ended at 120k. I was never notified of suspect fu
134000 mi
US $900
Replaced intake manifold due to stuck runner arm. TDI Diesel engine needs intake manifold replaced eventually anyway due to build-up. About $450 for the part and $450 for the labor.
164000 mi
US $2300
Lost turbo power while driving; 2 days of diagnostics revealed bad wire going to injector and a bad part in the turbo system; replaced both
65000 mi
US $790
Oxygen sensor was replaced
73160 mi
C $300
Environmental calibration and reader in exhaust system
129800 mi
US $340
Exhaust sensor failed
91000 mi
US $85
Car threw a MIL for a failed cylinder 1 pressure sensor. Replaced the #1 glow plug, as the sensor is built into the glow plug.
36580 mi
Replaced rear O2 sensor - 1K0 998 262 AE
53720 mi
Flap system became faulty - stuck open or closed (can't remember!) I checked it with VAGCOM so went prepared. I knew the extended warranty existed in the U.S> so I was happy to see it "crossed the border".
55600 mi
US $500
Repair to the exhaust system.
78000 mi
Fuel system, something with the fuel line I think.
50700 mi
Turbo system failed, whole turbo system replaced under power train warranty.
79000 mi
changed the exhaust sensor
1000 mi
Found 02 sensor fault code when scanned with my vcds 3 days after delivery. Check engine light came on 5 days after delivery. Dealer tried software flash, no help. Dealer installed new rear O2 sensor, problem fixed.
33200 mi
Exhaust pressure flap failed and set engine warning lamp and fault code
42000 mi
broken wire on solenoid connector on turbocharger, turbo pressure sensor fault, wire and connector repaired
53340 mi
C $270
Electrical fault one glow plug - replaced.
101680 mi
C $450
Oxygen cel
122120 mi
p2015 Intake Maifold runner Ckt Position
28520 mi
iced up intake due to moisture with subsequent melting causes water in the injection system. This could lead to severe engine damage due to hydrolock. problem known to vw no solution available yet. problem known in the forums
53320 mi
iced up intercooler hose has been replaced with completely new intercooler and its connection
77500 mi
Fault Code cleared
91980 mi
C $100
turbo actuator position sensor G581 replaced
119040 mi
Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit intermittent.
Actuator Module for Turbocharger 1 intermittent.
122440 mi
C $650
Flap from the revised intercooler leaked air i.e. vacuum not held.
124000 mi
C $500
Exhaust pressure flap
166180 mi
C $1500
Exhaust valve (EGR Valve N18) needed to be replaced (for the second time)
96300 mi
The throttle cutting DPF warning light came in at about 98k in November but hasn't resurfaced.
56000 mi
Replaced fuel pressure sensor in manifold
36120 mi
Exhaust flap replaced under VW warranty program
13000 mi
Check Engine light came on again. Same problem as before dealer said they need to order parts.
41000 mi
Engine shut down on highway. CEL/MIL and fuel system lights flashing. Car would crank but failed to start. Towed to VW dealer. Diagnosed as High Pressure Fuel Pump failure and complete fuel system clean out required.
50700 mi
Turbo charger on the TDi engine went out.
84000 mi
Diesel Particulate Filter (#6) and EGR Filter (#4) replaced.
41000 mi
Saw metal flakes in fuel when changed the filter, suggesting that the HPFP was starting to fail, but VWOA refused to OK a repair until there was a failure. When it fails it will destroy much of the fuel system. So I got rid of the car.
fuel tank level sensor bad, when filled up and restarted it showed off-scale. after second start-stop cycle, the indicator came back in range. dealer replaced with new part, told it was manufacturer defect and all covered under man.warr. when cold, coasting downhill in 3rd gear engine stumbles while speed is steady, with steady pressure on accelerator. intermittent, only happens when cold so dealer can't replicate or diagnose yet.
19840 mi
car failed to start after having been driven long distance, parked in cold for 4 hr. shop diagnosed as water trapped in intercooler/intake, said no fix currently, but problem seen numerous times with same intake design
Upon starting, engine ran very rough, triggering check engine light. Driven to dealer. Faulty ignition coils found on 2 cylinders. All 5 ignition coils replaced under warranty.
90000 mi
US $500
Repair oil leak. Gaskets at oil filter housing and oil cooler replaced.
Gasket on turbo was leaking, discovered when in for oil change at dealer, repaired under used car warranty for VW certified vehicles, otherwise repair would have been about $125
106000 mi
US $4000
Burnt valves head replaced on a car that was always serviced according to the book at the dealer
145000 mi
US $1750
PCV clogged, blew out rear main seal, requiring that the tranny be dropped to repair
150000 mi
US $180
CEL, needed bank 3 coilpack
87000 mi
US $210
Manifold replaced under warranty and cleaned
122000 mi
Diagnosed a leaking rear main seal. Check engine light for high idle.
23000 mi
Loose fuel rail fitting on 2.0L Turbo (gas) resulted in fuel seepage detected by strong gasoline odor eminating from engine compartment. Caused by intake manifold replacement?????
26000 mi
Check engine light came on after refueling during trip to TN, no discernable symptons. Checked gas cap. Went off after @ 150 mi. Annoying creak in right rear int. in cool mt. top temps.
78224 mi
US $400
Malfunctioning turbocharger valve found/repaired during maintenance service.
84000 mi
US $1800
Pendulum bushing and front subframe needed replacing as engine was able to torque too much on its mounts. Symptoms were a hard thump upon starting and stopping of engine and constant thrumming through the steering wheel.
28000 mi
Blinking CEL, had it towed to the dealer. Replaced intake manifold. Had to wait over a week for the part.
Exhaust temperature sensor out of range. Ordered and replaced.
91000 mi
US $1000
High pressure fuel pump failed, needed replacement.
151000 mi
US $1300
ECM was replaced.
51000 mi
US $275
Replace glow plug.
120000 mi
US $1400
In intake manifold, cam on flap motor overextending. Sensor code showing error. 2 Defective pressure sensors replaced.
27280 mi
Fuel pump needed to be changed because very noisy.
31620 mi
Checkup for diesel consumption: way much more than what is supposed to. Didn't find anything abnormal. But 50% more consumption is not normal.
60000 mi
high pressure fuel pump failure, leading to contamination of downstream fuel system with metal fragments. including injectors and fuel lines. Covered under warranty by manufacturer. Estimated cost, $6500.
94000 mi
US $70
Intake manifold flap motor issue. Dealer would replace entire intake manifold. Dieselgeek part fixed it in less than 5 minutes!
18000 mi
Valve repaired.
19000 mi
Poor clutch release, car shuddering on cold take-off. Dealer couldn't replicate problem, but ECM software update while there seems to have mostly masked issue (overall smoother engine operation from software re-flash).
Having trouble starting in freeze / thaw winter weather. I have found a VW technical service bulletin 21 11 01 / 2025464 dated May 24, 2011 that refers to fixing this. New throttle valve
114000 mi
US $800
Flashing glow plug light and solid check engine light, car in limp mode. Fortunately, not the HPFP. Exhaust system - replaced part.
3000 mi
Diesel engine particulate filter clogged. Cleared by driving at constant slow speed to burn off particulates.
39700 mi
US $50
Engine light on for emissions problem after a collision. Body shop did work and repair shop cleaned oxygen sensor.
61000 mi
US $250
Oxygen sensor was replaced. Part of the emissions system.
81000 mi
Exhaust flapper valve is not functioning and threw a code. It's a part of the warm-up mechanism. Indy mech cleaned and re-installed. It still malfunctions occasionally. I have not yet decided with the VW emissions stuff going on if it's worth fixing. Update: later fixed with code, after learning it was due to an aftermarket tune.
83000 mi
US $985
#1 Cylinder fuel injector stopped working. It was clogged completely. Not certain if 2 - 5% biodiesel fuel caused this. Other injectors were clean, though cleaning them helped get parameters straightened out.
20300 mi
Light came on due to defective valve in exhaust system
22000 mi
US $1
part replaced after 6 week wait.
100440 mi
C $1500
Engine light had been on intermittently and then stayed on for 2 weeks the air intake sensor on the manifold was determined to be faulty and was replaced. Hoses located under the manifold were found to be swollen from an oil leak and three hoses required replacement. Hoses are not visible unless manifold is removed
30000 mi
O2 sensor aft the catalytic converter had a short. The repair labor and part cost $300 but was covered under VW's 3/36K warranty.
51000 mi
US $125
Engine code came up, car wouldn't start. Electrical short, battery died, reset computer, car started up again and ran smoothly.
8000 mi
Intercooler hose came loose at a coupling. It had not been properly tightened during assembly and finally came loose disabling the engine.
101680 mi
C $120
Got an error code P00D5. After the assessment the dealer determined that the engine two fans were feeding an intermittent signal, and recommended that in future they are replaced. Parts cost estimate $500 and labour cost $300.
112851 mi
Engine light on P026A + P0299 + P0401- no power issue - Turbo boost pipe intercooler was disconnected Engine light on P0401 and P2002 - Exhaust gas recirculation flow insufficient + particulate trap bank efficiency below threshold - replaced EGR Filter, and DIESEL particulate filter
Muffler by-pass, after rear muffler fell off on Christmas EVE
99000 mi
I had 3 repairs related to this at around 35000 miles. Car misfired and stalled eventually. Replaced injector, which was not the problem, I actually advised the service that the problem was with the sensor return wiring from the injector.
92000 mi
US $800
Coolant brown and cloudy, coolant analysis showed extreme acidity. High coolant temps noted. Radiator, thermostat, coolant replaced.
98000 mi
Check engine light on, Exhaust pressure sensor replaced.
34700 mi
Check engine light -- error code indicated problem with Diesel Particulate Filter. VW tech HQ recommends replacement with new part. Part ordered, CEL off, car drivable in meantime. Defective diesel particulate filter resulted in clogged EGR filter. Entire exhaust between turbo and final muffler replaced with updated parts. Computer reflashed to modify DPF regeneration programming.
24800 mi
C $500
The DPF needed to be chemically cleaned and purged.
11000 mi
Car stalled immediately following warning light after getting off highway. Engine would not restart. Entire fuel system had to be replaced.. tank, pump, lines, injectors. VW covered all work but it took one month at dealer.
Mechanic described lots of oil and grease leaks. Also, cracked belts. Steering system (control arms) getting loose and probably needs repair or replacement. Tons of electrical problems: no a.m. radio, doors do not lock/unlock all of the time, rear lift gate will not unlock or open at all. Decided to live with these issues and run the car into the ground, even though I would have preferred to get 50K more miles out of it before it went bad on me.
52000 mi
Driving in town @30mph, suddenly there was no acceleration. Battery light on, engine off. Pulled over & couldn't start. Called AAA. Car started when tow truck arrived. Towed anyway. Ended up replacing a sensor.
74400 mi
C $150
Engine light on, they say it is caused by knock sensor fail.
64300 mi
US $525
Sensor replaced. It was reporting decreased pressure in the intake manifold. Said it may have been related to burning ethanol/gas while on a 6000 mile road trip.
7440 mi
Gas leak -- the hose which pumps the fuel into the engine, (abt 1/3 inch hi press. hose) wore out after rubbing against the w/shield wiper water container. The hole in the hose literally sprayed fuel all over the hot engine.
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