VW T-Roc 1(A11)
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
300 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
R Genes in an SUV Body
Fun to Drive!Body Variants
The VW T-Roc 1 is available as SUV and Cabrio — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The VW T-Roc 1 is available with 3 engine variants — from 95 to 300 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The VW 2.0L TDI (Diesel, 150–190 PS) comes with 2 different engines: DFGA (2017–2022, Be Careful) und DFHA (2018–2022, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L TDI!
The VW 1.0L TSI (Benziner, 110–116 PS) has the DKRF (1.0L TSI) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The VW T-Roc R (Benziner, 300 PS) has the DNFC (2.0L TFSI) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| DSG 7-speed DQ200 clutch wear — T-Roc The dry 7-speed DSG DQ200 is the most common source of complaints on the T-Roc. At 30,000–50,000 km, burned clutch linings or mechatronics failure are a real risk. Repair cost: 1,400–6,000 €. Symptoms: Juddering and jerking on take-off especially when cold; delayed gear changes; gearbox enters limp mode from 45,000 km | High | |
| Haldex coupling wear (4Motion) — T-Roc 4Motion versions of the T-Roc share the VAG Haldex pre-charge pump wear issue caused by contaminated oil. Regular oil changes every 40,000 km are essential. Repair: 500–3,500 €. Symptoms: Front wheels spin on snow or gravel despite 4Motion being active; AWD warning light; humming from the rear axle from 90,000 km | High |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 39 weaknesses have been documented for the VW T-Roc 1 (2017–2022) — 27 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Electronics, Brakes, Rust.
T-Roc (DFGA, 2017–2022) — Be Careful: Camshaft Oil Seal Leaking onto Timing Belt, Timing Belt: Interval NOT Maintenance-Free, Turbocharger Bearing Damage from Oil Starvation. Power: 150 PS.
T-Roc (DFHA, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Cracks EA288 Ateca/Tarraco 4Drive, Turbocharger Failure from DPF/EGR Blockage, EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 190 PS.
T-Roc (DKRF, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Camshaft Adjuster Bolt Loose — Recall EA211, Wastegate Rattling and Turbocharger Wear, Elevated Oil Consumption. Power: 110–116 PS.
T-Roc (DNFC, 2019–2022) — Be Careful: Oil pump delivers insufficient pressure at idle, Timing chain wear from inadequate oil pressure, Elevated oil consumption from piston ring issues. Power: 300 PS.
What to watch out for with the VW T-Roc? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee