The vehicle is having problems with the dsg transmission its jerking too much out of nowhere my car got stuck on one gear and the prnd lights keep flashing nothings fixing the problem I really love this car sucks it has to be put down at 160k
The worst 2007 Volkswagen Golf problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Engine1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Volkswagen Golf 357
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger
- ACC Calibration Process
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments
- Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
What 2007 Volkswagen Golf owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Car overheated above 40 MPH. Radiator inspected and flushed. Problem persisted. Water pump removed and found to be defective. Plastic impeller was loose on shaft and not moving coolant. Replacement impeller was metallic.
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Questions about the 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Is the 2007 Volkswagen Golf reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Volkswagen Golf, fewer than a typical Golf model year.
What is the 2007 Volkswagen Golf year score?
The 2007 Volkswagen Golf scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volkswagen Golf: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Volkswagen Golf?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 Volkswagen Golf have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Volkswagen Golf have bad engine?
The Volkswagen Golf model years with the most engine complaints are 2019 (35 complaints), 2015 (28 complaints) and 2011 (26 complaints).
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