Two problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 2001 Volkswagen Golf. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf based on all problems reported for the 2001 Golf.
Brake pads in the rear wore out. Had changed brake pads at least 3 times in 4 years. Dealer said this was normal wear. Seams on the discs wore off. Since October until now the inside of the discs wore out at least 1/8 of inch.
Automatic transmission failure, mass air flow sensor failure, premature rear brake pad failure, automatic door lock malfunction, water pump failure, third brake light failure.