NHTSA Complaint #11700267 — 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11700267 |
| Vehicle | 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 97,900 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | NC |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the camshaft module and variable valve timing (VVT) gears needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,900.
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