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EPC light came on and the car started running very roughly SolvedSolved

Volkswagen Golf 2019 Sportwagen 64000 miles
I was driving on an interstate highway doing about 75 when the car started riding very roughly and the epc light came on. When I slowed or stopped, it was not very responsive. Start up from stop was not assured.
Sportywagen from United States 6 months ago  
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Sportywagen from United States 6 months ago
I didn't solve it. The Volkswagen dealership fixed it, but it took almost a week. It was a damaged harness.
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Losing power

Volkswagen Golf 2008 Diesel hatch back 80600 miles
Loses power while driving, difficult to start afterwards?
Trevor from United Kingdom 10 months ago  
TR

Adaptive cruise control error

Volkswagen Golf 2013 2.0tdi gt 74000 miles
I believe my front radar sensor has stopped working acc and emergency city brake both are no longer available error on dashboard at startup,is there a fuse that controls the radar unit and if so where is it. Thanks for any help with the problem
Msquashj from United Kingdom a year ago  
MS

Clutch pedal

Volkswagen Golf 2014 Hatch back bluetooth  83300 miles
Was holding the biting point with the clutch pedal my pedal. Sticks at the biting. Point when I release the pedal the pedal stays where it is and to change gear again I have to lift the pedal up. With my foot
Rabbit49 from United Kingdom a year ago  
RA
1 report 

AC Not working (only on setting 1)

Volkswagen Golf 2017 1.6 TDi MK7 86000 miles
AC not working, resistor been changed & still issues. When on the first speed setting it works fractionally, however does not recognise when you go up to 6.
Error code for AC was U103000
Error code for Central Electrics is B126301

Any help would be appreciated as it is really annoying now!
AshH from United Kingdom a year ago  
AS
3 reports 

Overheating engine radiator fan

Volkswagen Golf 1996 Golf mk3 1.6  141900 miles
I drive golf mk3 1.6L '96 model I would drive short distances and my car radiator fan stays on longer than expected I return from my short trip park my car and radiator fan would stay running for long period not normal... Coolant level in reservoir bottle hardly seems to drop temp gauge sometimes leans slightly over 90 degree. Could there be blockage somewhere in cooling system? Should I flush... Another issue I recently had hot water pipe replaced but now seem to have Hot air blowing into cabin even when heater switch is in off position...i tried using car heater but it doesn't seems to blow hot air into cabin cool air only
Psytrix from South Africa a year ago  
PS
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Bruce from United States a year ago
If the radiator fan is staying on longer than expected and the engine is overheating, it could be a problem with the cooling system or a malfunctioning component.
Here are a few things you can try:

Check the radiator. A radiator that is clogged or damaged can cause the engine to overheat. You can check the radiator by looking for any visible damage or debris and by checking the coolant level.
Check the thermostat. The thermostat is responsible for regulating the flow of coolant to the engine. If the thermostat is stuck open or closed, it can cause the engine to overheat.
Check the radiator fan. If the radiator fan is not functioning properly, it can cause the engine to overheat. You can check the radiator fan by turning the ignition on and observing the fan to see if it is spinning.
Check the water pump. The water pump is responsible for circulating the coolant through the engine. If the water pump is not functioning properly, it can cause the engine to overheat.
As for the issue with the heating system, if hot air is blowing into the cabin even when the heater switch is in the off position, it could be a problem with the heating system or a malfunctioning component.
Check the heater control valve. The heater control valve is responsible for regulating the flow of hot coolant to the heater core. If the heater control valve is stuck open or closed, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
Check the heater core. The heater core is responsible for heating the air that is blown into the cabin. If the heater core is clogged or damaged, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
Check the blower motor. The blower motor is responsible for blowing air into the cabin. If the blower motor is not functioning properly, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
If you are unable to identify the source of the problem or if the issue persists after checking these components, I recommend having a mechanic diagnose and repair the issue to ensure that the problem is properly addressed and the vehicle is safe to drive.
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Waterpump and tensin belt

Volkswagen Golf 1997 AAA ENGINE 100900 miles
The car overheats at start
BALO from South Africa 2 years ago  
BA
1 report 

Electrical and clutch plate

Volkswagen Golf 1997 Golf 3 52365153 miles
The electrical system goes off when I try to start the ignition thereby causing the engine not to start and all lights off untilk I touch battery head before light and electrical systems come up again but still won't start
Kumai from Nigeria 2 years ago  
KU

Fuel smell from cabin

Volkswagen Golf 1999 MK4 1.4S 16V GOLF 3 DOOR  45000 miles
Smell of petrol from interior of cabin
MJH4 from United Kingdom 4 years ago  
MJ

Engine miss

Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.4 petrol  143861 miles
Engine miss when idling on my 1.4 petrol golf
Golf from Ireland 4 years ago  
GO

Overheating

Volkswagen Golf 2010 1.6 TDI  321687 miles
Had the water pump/ timing belt thermostat coolant temperature sensors two of them done coolant flush out two times and three garage to look at it and it's still overheating can you please help if you can
Joe 6684 from Ireland 4 years ago  
JO
5 reports 
Larry from United States 8 months ago
Changed the water pump and still no flow
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Steering wheel

Volkswagen Golf 2006 blue 40047 miles
The steering is very hard cannot turn easily
david from other 4 years ago  
DA
1 report 

Spluttering when accelerating

Volkswagen Golf 2015  42000 miles
Hi
Can anyone help , I have a golf gtd mark 7 and when I accelerate it sometimes splutters like it’s holding back but no engine lights or anything comes on it feels like a blockage or something has anyone had this before
Nayf from United Kingdom 4 years ago  
NA
1 report 

Oil mixing with coolant

Volkswagen Golf 2006 hatchback 87010 miles
Hi last week as i was driving my VW mk4 out of the carpot i noticed a sign on the dashboard indicating that there was no coolant. I opened the bonet only to find the coolant pot in a mess! it was full of oil thick milky substance!! it had NEVER shown a sign of heating. I have not used it since then. What could be the problem and what is the likely solution?
David from Kenya
Davy from other 5 years ago  
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Davy from other 5 years ago
Hi I got a mechanic from AGBA MOTORS NAIROBI who fixed the problem. He replaced the oil mixer which was worn out! Then flashed all the oil and replaced with new engine oil and a new oil filter. Now good to go!
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Windscreen wipers only work when the cars moving and the windscreen wa

Volkswagen Golf 2005 5 door tdi 105000 miles
Windscreen wipers only work when driving along...not when car is stationary and windscreen washers front dint work at all
Andyman from United Kingdom 5 years ago  
AN
4 reports 

Gear shift won’t move out of park

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Petrol 1.6 se automatic  725600 miles
My car won’t move out of park when I put my foot on the brake pedal and also my back brake lights have also stopped working at the same time.
Bailey12 from United Kingdom 5 years ago  
BA

Intermittent cutout

Volkswagen Golf 2008 Hatchback 10300000 miles
Intermittent cut out usually approaching a junction or traffic lights. Takes about a minute to restart. Happening about every 2 to 3 weeks. Inbetween works perfectly.
Alan from United Kingdom 6 years ago  
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Alan from United Kingdom 6 years ago
The car is a Golf 2008 Match , diesel 1.9 Blue Motion. I,m being to think the problem may be something to do with sooting up in the exhaust system as it's a blue motion or just a fuel pump malfunction. As anyone else had a similar problem?
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Vw overheating

Volkswagen Golf 2006 vw golf 1400 hatchback 90000 miles
My vw golf 1400 drives lovely but recently it suddenly overheats. Anybody have any idea why as there seems no reason ???
mary from United Kingdom 6 years ago  
MA
3 reports 

Sudden excessive oil usage

Volkswagen Golf 2014  80000 miles
Dealer changed my 2014 golf tai manual at 105000 km Had problems with stop/start controls and engine light(picture of engine) and for 5-10 sec the car would stutter etc and the engine light would disappear On 3rd attempt fixed and car running great
Suddenly at 115000 km oil light came on and I but 1 litre of oil inn at 119000 km light came on again. Car has never even driven hard and can't understand why it would suddenly use oil no leaks and garage floor clean
Justice from Australia 6 years ago  
JU
2 reports 

Steering locks up

Volkswagen Golf 2004 Hatchback 185000 miles
Hi. When I am driving in the rain my battery light comes on and the steering wheel locks up and I am unable to steer for about 20 secs. Help!
Tarsh from New Zealand 6 years ago  
TA

Bulbs blown

Volkswagen Golf 2011  26000000 miles
The lights have blown on my 2011 Golf on one side and the indicator keep clicking when I use it...?
Tiny from Ireland 6 years ago  
TI
1 reply 
Danboy from United Kingdom 5 years ago
One side out then it's a fuse
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Shakes alot

Volkswagen Golf 1998  175000 miles
Transmission changes too late and car shakes when driving under 80 km/ph
Trev from New Zealand 6 years ago  
TR

Won't start

Volkswagen Golf 2013 Golf  35000 miles
The dash lights come on but when I try to turn it on the it doesn't start
Vane from Australia 7 years ago  
VA
3 reports 

Won't start

Volkswagen Golf 2013 Golf  238000 miles
The dash lights come on but when I try to turn it on, there is nothing
Vane from Australia 7 years ago  
VA
2 reports 
Niki from New Zealand 6 years ago
It will be the battery or spark plugs
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Abs traction comes on then goes comes back on not straight away after

Volkswagen Golf 2000 1 9 gttdi 146000 miles
My car cuts out while driving, before it cuts out i get abs and traction light come on, then goes away after 5 seconds. My car cuts out while driving after the 2 symbols go off and then comes back on after 2 seconds. It happens to only sometimes when driving around town.
Billy from United Kingdom 7 years ago  
BI
1 report 
Billy from United Kingdom 7 years ago
I changed my passenger front tyre yesterday and noticed a cut open wire wich i think looks like the abs wire or traction and im not sure if it is that why my car cuts out while driving
Billy from United Kingdom 7 years ago
My engine gearbox is all sound starts first time no unusal smoke its all good it seems like loose battrie wire when cutting out but then comes back on straight away
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engine jerks

Volkswagen Golf 1999 hatchback auto 213000 miles
when i remove my foot from gas pedal the engine moves around like it clunks back and forth.
rodd from New Zealand 7 years ago  
RO
1 report 

Shifting Problem - Needs a transmission change.

Volkswagen Golf 1999  159000 miles
It cuts out sometimes. Got told we need to change the transmission fluid? But don't know where to find it. To change it.
ChurrryGang from other 7 years ago  
CH

ABS light not showing when ignition turns on

Volkswagen Golf 1997 auto 170000 miles
Car has failed a warrant of fitness because the light is not working
dtnc from New Zealand 7 years ago  
DT

Heater not working

Volkswagen Golf 2006  200000 miles
Heater stopped working for no good reason
whiskey from Australia 7 years ago  
WH
7 reports 
Niki from New Zealand 6 years ago
Get your mechanic to check the sensors mine was doing this and it turned out my sensor plug fried it self
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Fuel compartment flap

Volkswagen Golf 2014 4 door auto TSI 12000 miles
The flap randomly won't open It remains firmly locked so I can't access the fuel cap. I have to keep locking and unlocking the central system until it for no reason flips open. This morning the flap randomly opened while vehicle was being driven. Does anyone else have this problem?
Robyn from Australia 8 years ago  
RO
3 reports 
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