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A defect in the original Audi Volkswagen water pumps

Model: Audi Audi Various
Part: Pump

On the latest and previous generation Audi/Volkswagen engines, coolant leaks can occur due to a water pump mounted on the timing belt that has a plastic lower part (the rotor). Additionally, it lacks a sensor housing, which often breaks internally, causing various issues. This refers to an original Audi/Volkswagen part. However, there are pumps, like the one shown by our YouTuber, made by competing manufacturers, featuring a metal impeller and a sensor housing that makes internal breakage much less likely. These include Bugatti, Graf, and Metelli pumps, all equally valid.

Updated on 27 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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