Exterior Lighting Problems of Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf owners have reported 54 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light switch (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (12 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Volkswagen Golf

The Brake Light Switch problem

Hello, I noticed a recall done on these vw vehicles   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

Back up camera not working due to infotainment system not working. Dealer is aware, says they are waiting for a software update.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

My issue seams similar to a filing last year "10654071". I started the car to leave from work, and I receive nine separate exterior light faults. It affected both the front right, left rear, right rear, side marker lights, and plate light. All stopped working at the same time.   Read details...

The Hazard Flashing Warning Light Switch problem

The hazard button on the 2000 Volkswagen Golf appears to be in worse state after the recall repairs were performed. Recall campaign# 04v584000. The consumer stated the part never pushed back to normal.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

When starting my Golf tdi I received several warning messages on the car's information screen to check turning lights, brake lights, headlights and running lights on the right hand side of the car. The right hand headlights, turn signals and brakelights were out.   Read details...




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