VW Polo and Golf recall: The housing bolts on the camshelf adjuster may come loose
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The housing bolts on the camshaft adjuster may come loose and break the pulley
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the camshaft adjuster has to be replaced
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The housing bolts on the camshaft adjuster may come loose and break the pulley
The fix
On the affected vehicles the camshaft adjuster has to be replaced
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo | 17 Dec 2013 | 4 Dec 2014 | 472 |
| Golf | – | – | 472 |
| Golf | 17 Dec 2013 | 4 Dec 2014 | 472 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 August 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.