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1.4 TSI engine problems

I own a Scirocco, from the dealer. After three months and 3,500 km they told me that the car needed a replacement motor. After six months the problems began - misfire, turbo problems, oxygen sensor fault, etc.

I don't know what to say about this car, they told me its not engine problems.

Will changing the engine solve the problems? I will push them to change it if so.

Asked on 27 July 2011 by krouma

Answered by Honest John
There are problems with the turbocharged and supercharged 1.4TSI. It's going to come to a point where VW can't get away with it any longer. I'd simply take legal action against the supplying dealer and force the issue.

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