Volkswagen T-Roc (I) 2.0 TDI (EA288): known faults of the engine according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

2.0 TDI (EA288) in the Volkswagen T-Roc (I)

Period mentioned

2017–2025

Symptoms

Engine overheating (up to 06/12/2019); Engine whistling; Engine noise; Fuel smell; Car will not start; Engine will not start

Possible cause described

According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Engine overheating (up to 06/12/2019): Water pump. 2) Engine whistling: Exhaust manifold gaskets. 3) Engine noise: Timing and tensioner pulley. 4) Fuel smell: Injector fuel return pipe. 5) Car will not start: Fuel pump control unit. 6) Engine will not start: Fuel pressure sender.

Check for the garage

Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database