Electrical System Problems of Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf owners have reported 174 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 21 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (93 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's horn assembly (11 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Volkswagen Golf

The Electrical System problem

Failure of wheel speed sensor in front right wheel. This is the third time I have had a wheel speed sensor fail on this car, which has 35,000 miles on it. Failure caused loss of power steering, airbags, abs, etc.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Clock spring broke. This is a known issue and recall for previous years, but apparently not mine. Symptoms are airbag light on, inoperable steering wheel accessories including horn. This is a safety issue. It should be recalled.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

I have owned the 2018 vw gti since new. With 105,000 miles, following a 30 minute highway drive, the epc light came on and the vehicle entered limp mode. After turning car off, letting it sit 5 minutes, and restarting, epc light went off and no limp mode.   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Golf. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact noticed that the air conditioner, windshield wipers and headlights became inoperable, as well as the turn signals. The contact performed repairs to the vehicle himself and replaced the ignition switch.   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

Glow plug light began to flash while driving, researched this problem on the internet and found that there have been recalls for previous model years and checked my vehicle. Though my vehicle does not fall into the recall years and I have not received an notification about a recall the brake light   Read details...




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