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• AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS: What are the different types?  (FAQs)
  Ford (Getrag), Mitsubishi, Renault, Alfa Romeo, Hyundai and KIA now also offer twin shaft, twin clutch transmissions. These are the different Volkswagen DSG and S tronics:  DQ200 is a seven speed transverse DSG with a dry clutch pack used in all five brands. The gearbox code in the diagnostic log shows 0AM and or 0CW. This gearbox does not have a service requirement as it is sealed for life.
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  Volkswagen Reliability Shock in Australia 8 Jun 2013 (News)
  There are three basic types of DSG fitted to standard cars: a 6 speed wet clutch type; a 7 speed wet clutch type; and a 7 speed dry clutch type. There have been problems with the Mechatronic controllers of DSG DQ200 s in certain operating conditoons, such as those with high dust, high temperatures, high humidity and heavy traffic, as experienced in Russia, China, Japan and Australia. With all DSGs, a transmission fluid and microfilter change is recommended every 40,000 mies.
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  How do I know what DSG gearbox is in my car? 5 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2022 VW Tiguan elegance 1.5 TSI with a DSG 7speed gearbox which has just turned 15,000 miles I was just wondering if it is still the same DQ200...
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  When should I change the transmission fluid on a DSG gearbox? 28 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a VW Polo 2015 with a DSG gearbox. I think DQ200 dry clutch. Owned since new only 50,000 miles. My understanding is that the gearbox is sealed...
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  How long should a DSG clutch last? 25 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a Dec 2019 Skoda Karoq TSI 1.5 SE-L DSG with 30,000 miles. Could you tell me please if it will have a wet or dry clutch and is it true...
• Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (2010) 1.4 TSI Automatic - VW Golf Mk6 DQ200 DSG 7 Speed - Worth Keeping? 12 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  Hi, I recently purchased my VW Golf Mk6 2010 which has the 7-Speed DQ200 DSG gearbox. I've done some research and have read many forums on this particular DSG gearbox and learnt it appears to be very problematic, with serious and very expensive mechanical issues being inevitable.
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  Are Skoda Yeti DSG gearboxes reliable? 25 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are DSG gearboxes on Skoda yeti reliable?
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  What's the problem with DSG gearboxes? 18 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I saw your comments about the Volkswagen DSG gearbox in the Daily Telegraph. What is the problem with the DSG? I have had the Tiptronic in an Audi A4 quattro...
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  Will a VW Tiguan with DSG be reliable? 25 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I thinking of buying a 10 year old VW Tiguan with 60K miles with a DSG gearbox. Are there any issues with the DSG after this mileage?
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  What is the timing belt and DSG oil change interval on my VW? 21 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 71 Volkswagen T-Roc convertible with the 1.5 engine. There is so much confusion on this with timing belt change intervals of life/140,000 miles...
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  Have the issues with the Volkswagen 1.5 TSI engine been resolved? 6 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My son is about to buy a new Skoda Superb with the 1.5 TSI engine and DSG transmission. Is the 1.5 TSI engine “kangaroo” issue fixed? And is the DSG fitted...
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  How can I view a digital service history? 6 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Skoda Fabia a car a week ago and the dealer said it had a good service history but says it is digital and can not show me. It has covered...
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  Which Volkswagen automatic gearbox should I avoid? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I've read many times of problems with this Volkswagen DSG auto gearbox. Could you please remind me of the engine/auto combination to avoid?
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  The DSG in my SEAT Leon has failed after just 35,000 miles? 2 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My 2013 SEAT Leon 1.8 TSI DSG needs a new gearbox. It has only done 35,000 miles and is going to cost almost £5000 to fix. It has always been serviced...
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  Is it risky to buy a new car with a DSG gearbox? 1 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
  We like the Cupra Formentor VZ2 which has the VWG DSG twin clutch gearbox. Plenty of articles online about clutch pack fails and mechatronic issues, which...
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  Are SEAT Arona models with with DSG reliable? 17 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying an Arona automatic, but concerned that is has a DSG gearbox. Should I be worried?
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  Are DSG gearboxes on Volkswagen cars now reliable? 8 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI EVO SEL DSG on a 20 plate. Can you please tell me what version of the DSG gearbox this car has and what...
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  Is there a known fault with the DSG on my 2012 Skoda Octavia? 20 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've been told by my local Skoda dealer that my 2012 Octavia 1.8 TSi DSG Estate needs a new DSG as it suffered a failure. They found metal debris in the...
• VAG - VW DSG 7-spd recall grows 15 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  It seems the issues with VW 7-spd DSG box, DQ200 variant, are growing.  Having issued a massive 400,000 unit recall in China, and blaming the fault on local Chinese suppliers, VAG have now issued a recall for Aus and NZ. They previously claimed that Aus and NZ DSG boxes are manufactured in Germany, and therefore unaffected.
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  Is the S Tronic gearbox problematic? 7 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is wanting to buy a petrol Audi Q2 with the S-Tronic gearbox. You often advise against particular types of automatic or semi-automatic gearboxes....