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Where can I find out about known problems with particular vehicles?

Having read your report I bought a used (55 plate) Volkswagen Transporter 2.5 diesel, and so far so good. But in your articles you often refer to a particular vehicle's manufacturer being aware of a particular problem with this or that on a vehicle. Is there a web site anyone can see these "problems" before they make a purchase ? A bit late for me, but I would love to know about my purchase, and what to lookout for.

Asked on 28 June 2010 by Snips

Answered by David Ross
It's always advisable to find out what problems a vehicle may have so you can pre-empt them. Here's our list of what to look out for on the T5: honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/t5-caravelle-...d

If you want to find out whether there have been any recalls you need to go to the VOSA website which is here: www.vosa.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/default.asp
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