2002 Volkswagen Golf GL from North America - Comments

19th Dec 2006, 11:44

"Do not plan to own a reliable VW for more than 5 years, and do not buy as used one"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

1) Rear window washer line failed and saturated head liner.

2) CEL for glow plug code. Changed harness and plugs, later CEL comes back. Turned off with VAG and still comes back.

3) Air bag fail light. Known issue, VW feels no obligation to fix. 500$ dealer charge; I just leave it lit.

4) Auto trans failed at 67k. 5k$ for complete fix cycle. In 2001 the drivetrain warranty was 10/100k, in 2002 it was changed to 5/60K. I should have taken the hint.

General comments?

With the repeated electronic/CEL issues and the transmission failure, VW looses all credibility with me. Readers are advised not to purchase a VW without a comprehensive after-market warranty.


19th Dec 2006, 13:26

I see your previous car was a Grand Marquis why the odd change?

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