VW Golf 6(5K)

Body Variants

The VW Golf 6 is available as Schrägheck and Variant and Cabrio — choose your body type for specific insurance data:

Generations

Engine Overview

The VW Golf 6 is available with 11 engine variants — from 75 to 271 hp. 4 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

Vehicle Weaknesses

Alternatives

Known Problems and Issues

A total of 151 weaknesses have been documented for the VW Golf 6 (2008–2013) — 132 engine-related and 19 vehicle-related. 11 problem engines: CAXA (1.4L TSI), BKD (2.0L TDI PD), CGGA (1.4L 16V), CBZB (1.2L TSI), CAVD (1.4L TSI Twincharger), CCZB (2.0L TFSI), CDLF (2.0L TFSI), CAYC (1.6L TDI), CBBB (2.0L TDI CR), CJZA (1.2L TSI), CRBC (2.0L TDI). Typical issues affect Rust, Body, Gearbox, HVAC. Considered reliable: BUD (1.4L 16V), BGU (1.6L MPI).

Golf (BJB, 2007–2009) — Be Careful: PD unit injectors worn, Conrod bearing failure, Conrod bearing cavitation damage — engine failure without warning. Power: 105 PS.

Golf (BKD, 2007–2009) — Stay Away!: Hairline cracks in the cylinder head BKD 2.0 TDI, PD unit injector failure BKD, Timing belt snap with engine destruction BKD. Power: 136–140 PS.

Golf (CBAB, 2008–2012) — Be Careful: EGR cooler leaking — engine damage risk, Piezo injector failure (common rail), Timing belt: replacement interval must be observed. Power: 136–140 PS.

Golf (CFFB, 2008–2012) — Be Careful: EA189 Dieselgate recall CFFB 103 kW, EGR cooler leaking (EA189), Defective clutch pressure plate. Power: 136–140 PS.

Golf (CAYC, 2009–2012) — Stay Away!: Timing belt oil pump drive wear, EGR valve wear and failure, Mandatory emissions software update (Dieselgate EA189). Power: 105 PS.

Golf (CBBB, 2009–2012) — Stay Away!: Timing chain wear, Increased oil consumption from piston rings, Water pump failure. Power: 170 PS.

Golf (CAYC, 2011–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing belt oil pump drive wear, EGR valve wear and failure, Mandatory emissions software update (Dieselgate EA189). Power: 105–110 PS.

Golf (CRBC, 2012–2017) — Stay Away!: Wet Belt in Oil Bath — Interval Often Overlooked, EA189 Dieselgate Recall CRBC Leon 5F, EGR Valve Failure After Dieselgate Software Update. Power: 150 PS.

Golf (CAXA, 2008–2013) — Stay Away!: Timing chain prematurely worn EA111, Timing chain stretched / tensioner failed, Increased oil consumption. Power: 122–125 PS.

Golf (CGGA, 2008–2012) — Stay Away!: Timing chain prematurely stretched (EA111), Turbocharger failure, Increased oil consumption. Power: 80 PS.

Golf (CAVD, 2008–2013) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches — engine damage risk, Piston ring land failure and massive oil consumption, Supercharger magnetic clutch failed. Power: 160 PS.

Golf (CBZB, 2009–2012) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch EA111 1.2 TSI (critical), Turbocharger damage, Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure. Power: 105 PS.

Golf (CCZB, 2009–2012) — Stay Away!: Oil consumption EA888 Gen1/2 2.0 TSI CCZB, Timing chain stretch EA888 2.0 TSI CCZB, Timing chain tensioner failure. Power: 211 PS.

Golf (CDLF, 2009–2013) — Stay Away!: High oil consumption (piston rings), Timing chain tensioner weak, High-pressure pump cam follower — camshaft damage. Power: 271 PS.

Golf (CDLF, 2009–2012) — Stay Away!: High oil consumption (piston rings), Timing chain tensioner weak, High-pressure pump cam follower — camshaft damage. Power: 256 PS.

Golf (CBZA, 2010–2012) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch EA111 1.2 TSI, Increased oil consumption, Increased oil consumption. Power: 86 PS.

Golf (CBZB, 2011–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch EA111 1.2 TSI (critical), Turbocharger damage, Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure. Power: 105–110 PS.

Golf (CCZB, 2011–2012) — Stay Away!: Oil consumption EA888 Gen1/2 2.0 TSI CCZB, Timing chain stretch EA888 2.0 TSI CCZB, Timing chain tensioner failure. Power: 235 PS.

Golf (CJZA, 2012–2017) — Stay Away!: Camshaft adjuster bolts release — timing belt failure, Camshaft adjuster bolts loosen — timing belt failure and total engine damage, Wastegate actuator seized. Power: 86 PS.

Golf (CJZB, 2012–2017) — Be Careful: Camshaft adjuster fault (timing belt failure), Timing chain stretches prematurely, Camshaft adjuster bolts loosen — timing belt failure and total engine damage. Power: 105–110 PS.

Golf (CZDA, 2012–2017) — Be Careful: Timing Belt — Critical Change Interval, Camshaft Adjuster: Screws Come Loose, Timing Belt Service (Oil Bath Drive EA211). Power: 140 PS.

What to watch out for with the VW Golf? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions