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What problems does the Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 122 horsepower have?
Years 2008-2012

Answer

This model is equipped with the EA111 engine, which has the well-known defect of the timing chain stretching after only 70/80,000 km. Additionally, like many Volkswagen engines, it consumes oil; there are also issues with the ignition coil and spark plugs.
Posted on: 2 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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