Originally Posted By: Stanley Rockafeller
what exactly failed on your VW and what model was it?
2006 1/2 Jetta TDI w/DSG trans. (they sold them in 2007 as 06 model year, due to EPA requirements)
Dual mass flywheel exploded, taking out the trans bell housing. $7,000
Mechatronic valve body failed (internal to trans, electrical) warranty
Wide band oxygen sensor failed, 26,000mi (out of emissions warranty) $700
EGR cooler failed, 35,000 miles, (out of emissions warranty) $1500
Anti shudder valve failed, 40,000+ miles (out of emissions warranty) $400
Rear brakes locked up. No warranty
Electric power steering all over the road. VW refused to acknowledge. (local tech fixed for free)
In tank fuel pump failed 3 times. Eventually taking out the fuse box. Warranty the first 2 times. The last time, I fixed it, as the VW dealer could not replace the fuse box (beyond his abilities) $700.
Camshaft worn at 65,000 miles, bad batch of camshafts, known issue, no warranty. $2200
Gave the car away at 70,000 miles.
NO NO NO! NEVER AGAIN.