Rear Suspension Axle Problems of Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf owners have reported 1 problem related to rear suspension axle (under the suspension 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 Rear Suspension Axle problem of the 2001 Volkswagen Golf

Failure Date: 05/11/2005

My 2001 vw Golf has hydraulic bushings in the rear axle and one of them leaked fluid. Unfortunately, the bushings are integral to the axle and can’t be replaced without replacing the entire axle. As a matter of fact, vw has a technical service bulletin on it (c 42-99-01). I requested from the dealer that vw pay for replacing the rear axle but vw feels it is not a safety related issue. Based on my limited knowledge of hydraulic bushings, I would expect some play in the rear axle which would affect the handling characteristics of my vehicle and thus its safety. Your comments would be appreciated.

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