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I recently had a heart-stopping moment with my 2007 Passat TDi 170 DSG. Coming up to a major road I braked from about 55 to a stop and because there was an acceptable gap tried to accelerate away. There was a hesitation before the revs built up to get me out of the way of oncoming traffic. I've heard stories of this being a known fault but the local dealer says there are no recalls outstanding on my car. Can you comment please? (Apart from suggesting I leaving larger gaps in the future.)

Asked on 26 September 2011 by DR, via email

Answered by Honest John

Yes, that can happen with DSGs because they won't accelerate if their electronics think you are braking and there can sometimes be a few seconds delay between a driver getting off the brakes and the system allowing the engine to accelerate again.

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