Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2004 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission gear slipping (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Clutch problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems |
My wife was taking a short trip to pick me up from work in our 2004 vw Golf, when the clutch failed suddenly at a traffic light. She was able to continue, but the clutch was failing to fully disengage. Fortunately, she was on surface streets and did not have to drive at highway speeds. Read details...
Consumer took vehicle to dealer for repairs due to transmission slipping. Less than 2,000 miles the same issue occurred again, transmission slipped after being driven for while. Read details...