2004 Volkswagen Golf problems, complaints & recalls

2019-09-14 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 139,480 mi

“car will shut off while driving around town or cruising on the highway (very dangerous) once fuel tank drops to 1/4 tank. i believe it to be faulty fuel pump design.…”

2018-07-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 250,000 mi

“i started smelling fuel inside my car, and i replaced the gas cap. the smell kept getting stronger and it gave me headaches while driving. today i opened up the back seat to expose the fuel pump and the pump leaks and from the top of the fuel pump where the connectors and it fills up with liquid gasoline. this is a major fuel safety that can cause …”

2012-10-31 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 88,811 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf. the contact stated that gasoline fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that there was a fuel leak. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicl…”

2012-08-03 · Electrical System · 65,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf. the contact was traveling 50 mph when unknown warning lights illuminated and the vehicle decelerated independently. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who confirmed that the wiring for the fuse box needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was…”

2011-09-30 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 147,000 mi

“i noticed a strong smell of diesel fuel while driving my car. next i noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. i took my car to autohaus in royal oak, mi where they diagnosed the problem as a leak in the return fuel line. *tr…”

2010-04-03 · Unknown Or Other · 75,192 mi

“my 2004 vw golf was running rough. the rpm's were very high but the car was going very slow. i had new spark plugs and ignition wires put in. after a heavy rain a few weeks later i had the same problem. this time i had a new ignition coil put in. in total i spent $699.24 having the car repaired. vw is currently running an ignition coil inspec…”

2009-09-28 · Fuel System, Diesel · 94,000 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf. the contact smelled a fuel odor emanating from his vehicle. upon further inspection he noticed a fuel leak. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. his vehicle identification number was excluded from recall# 04v586000 (fuel system, diesel); therefore, he was ineligible for …”

2009-07-17 · Structure · 28,000 mi

“sun roof leaks. noticed a musty smell, windows fogging over easily, driver side seat belt that was wet, wet rug in the rear baggage compartment and finally wet head liner and side panels in rear of car also on the driver side. checked the sun roof drains and they were clear and the sun roof tray had no standing water. however, found about 2 inches …”

2009-02-02 · Fuel System, Other · 68,621 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf. while the vehicle was at a local repair shop receiving an oil change, the mechanic noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle. the mechanic determined that the tandem fuel pump failed and was leaking fuel from the outside of the engine. the vehicle was repaired at the cost of $550. the contact called the m…”

2008-05-23 · Fuel System, Diesel · 47,233 mi

“tank mounted fuel pump failed resulting in loss of power difficulty in starting and running. car driven home but not really operable. *tr…”