The EGR valve in my Golf Plus is faulty - should I have the emissions fix anyway?
My Volkswagen dealer has advised against carrying out the emissions software update on my Golf Plus because they say there is a fault in the exhaust gas recirculation valve. The car drives fine and no warning lights come on. A new EGR valve costs over £1000 so I'm reluctant. Should I insist they go ahead with the update or could there be a risk of damage or malfunction?
Asked on 15 May 2017 by David Kennard
Answered by
Honest John
The update relies on properly functioning injectors, an efficient EGR and a properly functioning DPF. So unless you are prepared to replace the EGR (which you will have to do sooner or later anyway) don't have the fix.
Our Fuel Cost Calculator shows you which will be the best choice for you.
Compare the running costs of petrol, diesel and electric cars to make the right choice for you.
Everything you need to know about how the emissions scandal affects you.
Latest on the Volkswagen Emissions ScandalSimilar questions
The emissions fix was done on my 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI in January 2017 and it now drives very differently. The DSG gearbox changes up into seventh gear much earlier than before (at around 40mph)...
I have a Skoda Fabia 1.6 TDI. I just got the recall letter for the emissions upgrade, but I'm not happy to do it. Have any Fabia 1.6 TDI owners had it done and what was the outcome?
I had the emission fix done six weeks ago on my Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI. After only 500 miles, an injector failed. Car has only done 41,000 miles. I took the car to a Volkswagen garage who changed it free...
Related models
.jpg?width=115&height=75&rmode=crop)
Decent fuel economy across the range. Excellent standard and optional equipment including a self-park system.
.jpg)
