NHTSA Complaint #11700267 — 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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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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