Is it common for Volkswagen DSG automatics to suffer major failures?

My 2005 Volkswagen Touran developed an intermittent but persistent fault with the automatic gearbox. The car would randomly drop into limp home mode (third gear). On the dash all the gear lights were flashing....

Why doesn't my Volkswagen Touareg's cruise control work on downhill slopes?

I purchased a Volkswagen Touareg 3.0TDI new six months ago and am delighted with it, but on a steep hill in Argyll the vehicle runs away with me over the pre-set speed on 55mph. It was in the dealer’s...

Can you recommend an automatic car with a petrol engine and high driving position?

I feel it's time to replace my 2007 Volkswagen Golf Plus DSG diesel. I've been very happy with it but am considering a change. What would you recommend of a similar size in a petrol engine? It will be...

Volkswagen Golf takes 15 attempts to start - what's wrong?

I own a 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Bluemotion. The car turns over and starts, but then only runs for five seconds before stopping. I will then have to turn it over 15 times before it starts again. What’s...

DO I have to use an approved dealer to preserve my warranty?

Do I need to use a Volkswagen dealer for a first service to preserve my Passat's warranty?

Volkswagen Polo diesel - are they any good?

A family member is selling their 2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 diesel. It has only covered 36,000 miles and has a full service history. I think it will be offered for around £3500 - is this a fair price?

Volkswagen Touareg - DPF problems

The yellow 'engine block' light has illuminated on my Volkswagen Touareg diesel during a 300 mile trip to Cornwall. It went out a day or so later only to come on again on the way home at the end of the...

What's the best tyres for a Golf?

I have just bought a new Volkswagen Golf, but noticed the ride is very hard and bumpy. The car is fitted with Conti premium contact 5 205/55/R16 Can you suggest a more compliant tyre?

Should I accept the offer of half the cost of the cam belt change in my 2009 Volkswagen Golf?

I purchased a 2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16v at the end of February 2013. The salesman failed to mention that when it turned four years old we would need the cam belt / water pump replacing at a cost of...

How can we prevent mice or birds damaging our Volkswagen Touareg's sunroof seal?

We have found nicks taken out of the sunroof seal of our Volkswagen Touareg and also the windscreen wipers of both our Polo and Touareg. My son in law thinks it could be birds rather than mice. Have you...