Emission Control Problems of Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf owners have reported 6 problems related to emission control (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Volkswagen Golf based on all problems reported for the Golf.

1 Emission Control problem of the 2002 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 11/07/2002

The coil pack was damaged. The coil pack was replaced. Then the coil pack in the cylinder failed. The consumer requested for vw to compensate her for lost time. The engine light had come on due to the evaporative emission system experienced an incorrect purge flow. The windshield washer reservoir leaked coolant. The expansion tank was replaced. Scc.

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2 Emission Control problem of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 06/27/2001

Main airflow sensor went out 4 times. Engine check light would come on, and vehicle would lose all power. Power relay( relay109) would shut down. Contacted dealer, and informed to bring in vehicle.

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3 Emission Control problem of the 1997 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 05/22/2000

I was told by vw that the O2 sensors use to be covered by the emmissions controls warranty. I believe these parts were of poor quality and that Volkswagen should reimburse me. My mechanic noted that O2 sensor failure is not uncommon on '97 & '98 Golfs. If so, please consider investigating for a recall. Consumers should not have to pay for a manufacturer's poor quality.

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4 Emission Control problem of the 1996 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 04/23/1998

Check engine light on constantly, failed oxygen sensor twice. Door lock literally fell out of door and left hole, was replaced. Stereo display faded over life of car (3. 5yrs) until now unreadable. Cannot be fixed must be replaced. Car not under warranty anymore.

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5 Emission Control problem of the 1996 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 02/16/1998

Oxygen sensors failed.

6 Emission Control problem of the 1996 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 04/04/1996

Terminal connector for air flow sensor failed.




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