Electrical System Related Problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Golf

Table 1 shows two common electrical system related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition switch (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Volkswagen Golf

Problem Category Number of Problems
Ignition Switch problems
4
Wiring problems
1

Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Golf

The Ignition Switch problem

Headlights and ac intermittently went off completely and parking brake light didn't go away on dashboard; mechanic determined a faulty ignition switch was the cause.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Electrical defect: when turning ignition on and engine running, I experience a total loss of headlights, a/c fan motor, defroster, drl, fog lamps, rear-window defogger, and heater. (all other electrical systems continue functioning.   Read details...


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