Two problems related to engine have been reported for the 2002 Volkswagen Golf. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Volkswagen Golf based on all problems reported for the 2002 Golf.
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. Dealer said that damage was not covered by warranty and owner must contact insurance company to file collision claim. However, no collision ever occurred. Owner lost use of vehicle for five weeks. Oil pan, short block & turbo were replaced.
The vehicle had a damaged motor.