Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Golf

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission floor shift (one problem).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Golf

The Clutch problem

Dealer complicated issue. Repair technician stated to service representative that clutch cable caused premature clutch failure. The manufacturer should be held responsible for all repairs to parts that fall into the field of normal maintainence.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Floor Shift problem

Transmission will not shift when needed into higher gears, and sometimes falls out of the proper gear and into a lower gear when it's not supposed to, causing engine to rev way too high while on the freeway. Car does not run properly as a result, and I can't really drive it until it's fixed.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

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