KNOWN FAULT · Volkswagen

Weak points of the Golf V diesel according to the ADAC: ignition lock, rust and timing belt

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Engine / equipment: VW Golf V diesel (1.9 and 2.0 TDI pump-injector)
Period mentioned: 2003–2008
Symptoms: Faulty ignition lock (2004, 2006 and 2008 cars), rust on the wings and somewhat noisy diesel engines.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the Golf V has a good level of faults, slightly above average both in the statistics and in the German roadworthiness test. The diesels are economical but noisy and, for engine life, changing the timing belt on time is enormously important.
Check for the garage: Ask for the invoice of the last timing belt change and check the rust on the wings; ask by VIN about the recalls (dual-mass flywheel, air heater).
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.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Ask for the invoice of the last timing belt change and check the rust on the wings; ask by VIN about the recalls (dual-mass flywheel, air heater).

What are the symptoms?

Faulty ignition lock (2004, 2006 and 2008 cars), rust on the wings and somewhat noisy diesel engines.

Which cars and years does it affect?

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