Defective shock absorbers make for rattling sound VW Golf 7

Posted on 19-05-2014 at 14:07 by ricardo – 26 Comments”

A number of Waves of the seventh generation to deal with complaints about a rattling sound. Volkswagen acknowledges the problem and says that they are instances where the defect occurs will fix it.

It comes to Ripples on the MQB platform with a multilink suspension. Versions that are equipped with a torque-axis remain outside shot, as well as motoriseringen with less than 122 hp. According to Volkswagen the rattling or flapping sound caused by the bottom valve of the rear shock absorbers.

A spokesperson of Volkswagen let request know that they are in the Netherlands, four Golf-copies with the defect have had, globally, the number at something more than 100. On cars with the problem are both shocks on the rear replaced. Because the security is not at stake-would be a (mandatory) recall is not an issue. They come a good way.

If you have a Golf before the end of 2012, drive -shortly afterwards, the production is adapted and the problem is fixed – keep your ears than just open and check if there is any bank/men/geklapper from the back.

Gallery: Volkswagen Golf VII 2012

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