NHTSA Complaint #11465936 — 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11465936 |
| Vehicle | 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 108,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | LA |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen GTI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
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