Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf

Table 1 shows seven common service brakes related problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the brake light on (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake foundation components (two problems).


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf

The Brake Light On problem

2001 vw Golf with 192285 mi experienced loss of electrical power to systems that are mounted on the rear hatch back door, (third brake light, rear defrosters, and wiper). Upon inspection of the wiring harness found the wiring chaffed and or broken at point where the harness passes through the   Read details...

The Brake Foundation Components problem

Had to replace the rear brakes around 38000 miles. Front brakes were fine but had to have the rear rebuild. Was told that the pads went out of alignment and had to be re-shimmed. I do think that this is a defect that vw should cover.   Read details...

The Brake Light Switch problem

I have received a recall notice that requiresd me to bring the car to the dealer for repairs. I have not confidence that the dealers in my area will perform the repair without damaging the car in other non covered areas. Therefore, I will not bring the car to the dealer for repair.   Read details...


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