Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2008 Volkswagen R32. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (50 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (14 problems).
Hesitating and jerking from transmission when in reverse or drive when accelerating from a stop. Read details...
I am experiencing the well known symptoms of a failing mechatronic unit in the Volkswagen dsg gearbox. There was a recall from previous complaints regarding this issue. Symptoms are lurching/harsh engagement when starting from a stop. Jerky/ almost bouncy reversing. Read details...
When attempting to accelerate to execute a lane change, the car became non- responsive by hesitating (apx 2 sec) after shifting from "d" to "s" (sport mode). Also, the car hesitates and "jerks" often when shifting from p to r or n to d. Read details...