Polo GTI High Oil Usage - Discussion Thread

[gavs]

the issue is that it's a manufacturing fault that's causing these problems. Certainly, the bedding in process may help alleviate the problem somewhat, and if you're fortunate enough, it may even fix it completely.

THIS is the point. I for one have tried contacting media outlets but due to the masses of sponsership that this company pumps into different media platforms, it is the only reason I can come up with for why this isn't a widespread issue that is being highly publicised accross the globe. In the UK, on of their media outlets had one as a long termer, surprise surprise, oil light came on within 2000-3000kms afterpicking up. "VW contacted us immediately and resolved the issue...." How did they resolve it though? New pistons and rings? new engine? Hell, a whole new car with the same rego plates on it so they couldn't tell??

Get someone who gives a **** about it and it will go places, otherwise, we're all screwed and there is nothing you can do about it other than selling the car.

Rob, there is absolutely no evidence that there was any change that occured in March 2011. People that have picked up cars built post March 2011 in the UK are still having oil consumption issues. And you are correct, I meant that by "making it worse" meant that more oil will just be burned off.

To answer your first question, 20kms. The other thing is, that's only how many kms are on the car, the engines are supposedly pre-run before even being put in the car. Aside from also having trasport modes written into the ecu, there is no possible way that the car can be flogged prior to having it's ECU unlocked and programmed at the dealership.

[RoknRob]

Thanks for the info, gavs. Lots of good stuff there.

So if the transport guys can't flog the cars, and the engines are pre-run, the way I see it, you pretty much are already screwed...

But, it's not a concern for most new cars. It is on this car due to the DESIGN FLAW.

The point I am trying to make, is that, while it is not the intent, I am sure, and irrational though it may be, the discussion here makes me feel GUILTY about not having flogged my car enough on receipt, when I certainly did my best to. I suspect I am not alone.

In my opinion, we have to stop blaming us drivers, and placing the blame where it is deserved - VW's design flaw.

That being said, I love the idea that I don't have to feel guilty about flogging a new car before the break-in period is over! I've had fun with this car from day 1!

I agree that this issue should be made more public - other companies are recalling cars left, right and centre for much smaller issues.

And yet, the personnel at my dealer all read me the same script - "That's European cars for you! To be expected..."

Can't wait to hear what my consumption test will show.

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Well, there you go.

600mL over 1300 km means ~930mL/2000km.

No new piston rings for me, for now.

Will have to keep checking the oil, every other fill. What a drag.

[gavs]

Rob, nail, head, hit.


we have to stop blaming us drivers, and placing the blame where it is deserved - VW's design flaw.

[prcurrie]

Rob, nail, head, hit.


we have to stop blaming us drivers, and placing the blame where it is deserved - VW's design flaw.

There's gotta be a way to get VW to listen. How do class actions work these days I'm sure there's enough people out there experience problems!

[PatoriaN]

lol driver issue? How about get ****ed? Does it say fang the **** out of your brand new car to make sure it works as its meant to? Thats the stupidest **** I have ever heard. - Really.

So my oil light is now flashing on and off and I have done a massive 1900 kms. I'll be calling VW Australia tomorrow when they open. These ****ers will be fixing the issue and promptly.

36k for a car and **** doesn't work!?! Penitence doesn't exist here, not when its a known issue. I'll keep you posted.

[brad]

In terms of high dudgeon, this thread delivers.

[prcurrie]

lol driver issue? How about get ****ed? Does it say fang the **** out of your brand new car to make sure it works as its meant to? Thats the stupidest **** I have ever heard. - Really.

So my oil light is now flashing on and off and I have done a massive 1900 kms. I'll be calling VW Australia tomorrow when they open. These ****ers will be fixing the issue and promptly.

36k for a car and **** doesn't work!?! Penitence doesn't exist here, not when its a known issue. I'll keep you posted.

This forum needs a 'Like' button!!!!

Keeps us posted PatoriaN

[pologti18t]

There's gotta be a way to get VW to listen. How do class actions work these days I'm sure there's enough people out there experience problems!

Are VW attempting to fix the problem when reported? Remember VW have no idea a car is having an issue unless reported by the owner.
What do you think they should do to resolve the issue?
Is this a design flaw, or a manufacture fault caused by third party parts?
Do other manufacturers have similar problems? Are they resolved in the same manner?

[R1 Crasher]

This is a great read.
Are the older Golf GT MKV 's affected in the same way?
They are 118tsi as apposed to 132 is that much of an increase the problen?
If it is I would hate to own a modified{reflashed} version then.

[brad]

I think the old twincharger GTs were 125kw