Table 1 shows eleven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (two problems).
The contact owns a 2002 Volkswagen Golf with a tdi engine. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact had to pop the clutch and kill the ignition, but the engine continue to operate until the vehicle ran out of fuel. Read details...
Owner was driving in traffic - merging onto the long island expressway - when a dull "pop" sound was heard. The engine quickly lost power. Owner was able to steer vehicle from right lane to shoulder and engage hazard lights. Car was towed to dealer. Read details...
Car was driven to and parked outside a store 1 mile from home. When owner returned to car (less than 10 minutes after parking), the car would not start. Car was towed to dealer and owner was informed that oil pan was cracked & engine has seized. Read details...