2009-12 Volkswagen Mk.6 Golf GTi: Takata airbag recall. In June 2019, recall campaign 69Q7 was issued for Volkswagen Mk.6 Golf GTi vehicles. These vehicles had Takata driver's airbags and propellant wafers inside these airbags could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive pressure in the airbag inflator housing
I am looking at getting an MK5 R32, Viewing one on saturday as was wondering what common problems they have/ things to be aware of. Looking for going for a 55 or 06 model as dont want to pay the tax. DSG would be great as coming from a manual MK5 gti.

2008 VW Golf with 7-speed dry clutch DSG had its transmission fluid replaced in 2015. Mechatronics have now failed and dealer is quoting a generous £1,767 to replace the transmission. 12-03-2016: High pitched screeching sound reported from engine of 65,000 mile 2007/57 VW Golf GTI turbo. Eventually traced to breather valve on the crankshaft cover.

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