2004 Volkswagen R32 problems, complaints & recalls

2018-04-27 · Seats · 75,000 mi

“the outer seat bolster seam of the driver's seat which retains the side air bag has split along a length of approximately 18 inches. i am concerned that this will adversely affect the operation of the side air bag should it discharge. it is my understanding that this is a not uncommon occurrence on this car and model as well as many others. the str…”

2013-03-13 · Seat Belts

“vw wont replace a broken seat belt. i have extended warranty by fidelity and they wont fix it either. this is a safety issue and unacceptable. the passenger rear seatbelt is stuck in the extended position. vw quoted $500 to fix.. *tr …”

2012-12-03 · Electrical System · 89,568 mi

“car just shuts off while driving. checked all sensors are working properly. and no car wont start. ecu faulty, reprogram or replacement need. *tr…”

2011-02-02 · Seat Belts · 100,600 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf r32. the contact stated that the rear center seat belts failed and were unable to retract. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that they would look into it and call the contact back. the failure mileage was approximately 100,600. …”

2010-05-07 · Air Bags:side/Window · 28,250 mi

“i bought a 2004 volkswagen r32 around november of 08 and all was okay, i noticed one day about 2 weeks later when putting my seat on the drivers side back to driving position the airbag fault light came on immediately. i do know others that the airbag light has come on due to improper wiring length as well (around 12-15 others on the vw r32 forums.…”

2008-12-31 · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System · 43,500 mi

“service bulletin # 004, nhtsa number 10011567, failure of engine coolant temperature sensor at 43,500 miles. engine never warmed to operating temperature of 87 degrees, opened thermostat at 75 degrees.*tr…”

2008-07-15 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 74,364 mi · 🔥 fire

“on july 13, 2008 while driving my 2004 volkwagen r32 i noticed that the car was driving really rough after i made an exit from the expressway when i made it to a complete stop i noticed the smell of electrical/plastic fire. i pulled into a parking spot and observed smoke coming from under the hood. i opened the hood and smoke and flames were comi…”

2007-12-28 · Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · 30,000 mi

“i purchased the car in nov 2006 and since then had numerous problems with the car, right form the start. tire pressure light was on for 10 months, unable to fix, remote garage opener not working properly, remote control doesn't open the car, back door doesn't open at all, one of the studs underneath broke on freeway going to las vegas, engine li…”

2007-08-20 · Wheels:rim

“please see this link for vehicle problem descriptions. http://www.ripoffreport.com/view.asp?id=266231. *tr…”

2007-05-01 · Power Train:driveline:differential Unit · 61,000 mi

“car: 2004 volkswagen golf r32 whinning noise coming from the rear differential. alot of volkswagen r32 owners are starting to hear a whine from the rear differential, usually on deceleration or lifting off of the gas pedal. we communicate with each other through a vw enthusiast forum. the majority of us who encounter this noise have checked and c…”