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Why has the DSG gearbox in my Volkswagen Golf failed?
The DSG gearbox in my Volkswagen Golf recently packed up. Is this a usual thing to happen in a 6 year old car?
Asked on 19 December 2016 by Catherine
Answered by
Honest John
This is extremely common with the 7-speed dry clutch DSG.
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