Catalytic Convertor Problems of Volkswagen Golf

The contact owns a 1999 Volkswagen Golf. The vehicle has a recall notice for the o ring defect. The defect causes the vehicle to overheat, resulting in engine failure. The contact stated that the vehicle received the 44k treatment to rectify the failure and now the entire exhaust system needs to be replaced. The manufacturer has not been notified. The catalytic converter is also defective and causes the motor and other components to overheat. The contact stated that a large quantity of smoke comes from the vehicle and he does not drive it due to safety concerns. He is also unable to switch gears because the clutch is burned out. The recall number, VIN, and engine size were unknown. The failure and current mileages were 72,000.

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2002 Volkswagen Golf has had numerous problems. The most recent problem is that the coil spring broke while the consumer was driving causing damage to the strut. Now the consumer has to pay to get the vehicle fixed. The consumer stated the problems started after the warranty ended. The battery died. 5 days later, the mil appeared and the vehicle was misfiring. In March of 2007 the engine light illuminated due to a faulty coil. In April of 2007 the battery light illuminated due to a failed alternator. The right headlight was inoperative, the catalytic converter was replaced. Updated 12/12/07.

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Check engine light flashed while car urged/stalled/surged/stalled. Check engine light remained on. Brought vehicle to mechanic, coded category non performance. Cat replaced with O2 sensors at $900. Light/ surged/stalled and returned to mechanic immediately. He replaced genuine Volkswagen plugs, wires, and ignition coil. No cracks were found, but replaced anyway at $300. Light continued to illuminate, t and remained lit within 40 miles of reset, codes category, bank 1. Ran rough and smelled of raw gas once light went on. Recall did not cover this model although the failure was identical. Only 2. 0 aeg motors covered not 2. 0 azg to 120000. Quirky operation will result in an accident. Self limiting use of vehicle until problem diagnosed and repaired- O2 sensors at $187 each x 2 in exhaust were next.

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Rattling in the catalytic converter/exhaust system.

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The two areas we have had problems with since the very beginning are the check engine light keeps coming on for no reason. They have asked us if we closed the gas cap tightly? we always do! each time they say it is something else which is now getting costly. The other problem is the overwhelming smell of gas that has made us sick and caused horrible headaches. The dealership has not fixed this problem either and asked if we top off when we fill up. We do not. We feel that this car is having major electricial problems as we do have a 2001golf and have not experienced any problems with it. We would like to thank you in advance for your assistance in this matter. Sincerely, richard & roberta wilson.