VW SCIROCCO COMMON PROBLEMS!

IS THE VW SCIROCCO RELIABLE? YES OR NO? WATCH TO FIND OUT!
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[@TechnicaX]

A beautiful car. Really hope VW remakes it

[@itsimty]

Thank you for watching

[@bartdenhartog6466]

2.0 TDI 140hp bought new in 2011, now 357.000 kms. No engine problems, no gearbox problems, clutch lasted 345.000 kms! Original front dampers...

[@elian5369]

All depends on how you treat the car

[@sirwattsondezefaulpalo3060]

Best honest review I've ever needed thank ❤

[@ross2587]

I’ve got the 2litre tdi and never had a problem. Works like a dream. It’s the 2013 model and it drives like a dream. It looks amazing feels amazing! Love my car 🚗 💯👌🏻

[@user-pt8fg8ix1c]

Fully agree

[@user-cn1em2qx6f]

when did you get the cam belt replaced ? im looking at buying one

[@younggrillz9916]

@@user-cn1em2qx6fevery year and a half to 2 years

[@Libertarian-Socialist]

@@user-cn1em2qx6fevery five years

[@ross2587]

Same as that ❤

[@seriousstuff50]

Had my SciroccoR since 2017, been brilliant so far.

[@tonykirk1966]

Slightly better looking than the Golf!! Where was your guide dog during the making of this video? 😅😅😅 Look at mine and am still in love 😍

[@heroldriley9017]

Many thanks for the unbiased review, I'm looking to get one of these cars and no, you haven't put me off, rather the opposite if anything. Just need to decide whether to go for DSG or manual. That DSG does sound good though 🤔 Thanks again 😊

[@therealjesus_27]

this video is a godsend thank you mate!

[@DeStinAr0]

Own a 2011 1.4 in SG. Owned it from 100k mileage to 145k currently. Soo far i changed, - brand new mechatronic - fuse in gearbox - battery - radiator - took out the O2 sensor / emissions - changed tyre - changed rims (LOL) - 4x servicing / 1 gear oil change Other than that, have to say i love this car. Super value for $ if u know how to take care of it 🙂 And less common to leak compared to similar age BMWs

[@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel]

The mechatronic is almost indestructible IF you service it every time... but sadly MOST people dont care. VW and VW dealers always say. be sure you have changed the DSG oil (wet clutch) every 55k kilometers and you wont have an issue. i know people who drove 270 miles with the same clutch and same dsg without power loss, just service those bitches, dont do launch controls (btw VW has a LC counter) so they can see how many times you launched the car. and try not to do traffic jams a lot.

[@DeStinAr0]

Drove approx 60000km in 2 years now, fixed my alternator & fuel pump & ignition key turn. I changed my mechatronic twice soo far in 2 years But love the dsg , gear has almost no lags when serviced properly Also just overhauled my gearbox , i changed it every 30k km previously but now probably gonna service it every 20k, as my car is coming to 13 years of age. Noted on the jam, heard a fren mentioned it as well, usually i put the car in neutral if im staying stationary for long. Headache when it spoils but i love the drive man :3

[@judechung3377]

When was it?

[@babakgholian3467]

Thanks for the tips .

[@jakel9410]

Might be worth noting, the timing chain issue only affected 2.0 TSI engines pre 2012 (gen 1 + 2) The gen 3 engines don’t suffer with this. Also would’ve been worth talking about the carbon build up on the valves on the older models. The gen3 has secondary injectors to combat this. Also those headlights are the best ones 😂. The pre facelift suffered with fading and micro cracks so badly 😞 Great video 🙌✌️

[@thesilentgametestr]

The chain rattle is a tsi engine issue, I'm going to assume the 1.2 versions are the same if they use chains. It's a chain thing. I have a 1.4 122hp model on a 2012 plate with just over 80k miles now and every now and the the chain rattles until warm. I've only had mine just over a year, but not had issues with the headlights as you described. Obviously it's hit and miss from car to car.

[@aguyfromgermany5202]

You are wrong

[@ScantSquad]

It’s amazing! I used to tinker with vw’s about 20 yrs ago. I had mk3 gti, mk3 vr6 and mk2 g40 polo. Thought about getting a scirocco 1.4 as a basic work runner and came to check reliability. I said to myself “as long as it doesn’t have the ‘old’ electrical problems!! 🤣😂 how is it possible that they still carry electrical problems 25 yrs later?!! I needed an auto electrician to rewire half my golf gti and most of my vr6. I was lucky he was a family member, but i dread to think how much it would have cost to replace all those little rubbed bare wires!!

[@louismelleruk]

Have a 2017 TDI DSG R-Line, 48k on the clock, serviced yearly. Not had any issues other than a sensor go bad (exhaust filter stuff).

[@paulwoods4094]

I owned a 2.0 TSI for 11 years and it was fantastic. Didn't have any electrical issues. Only thing was a new water pump replaced under warranty.

[@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel]

The electronical issues are bs... idk what he's talking about but im in a Vdub club and NEVER heard about electronics, the windows yes... with frost its a big issue. Also the 1.4 version is pretty good and packs a punch and if you tune it... its even more fun. And indeed the water pumps of the TSI 2.0 engines are trash. but most were replaced during warranty or service. The wiring looms are all the same of the MQB (JUUUST a lil bit diffirent in lenght). but they should be near identical. The DSG? yes be sure you service them every 60k kilometers, do a oil change every 2 year if you dont drive a lot, but use premium oil of well known brands and if you dont yeah its on you.. most issues with cars is mostly due to user error.

[@onpoint357]

​@@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel 1.4 definitely fun considering its only a 1.4

[@richclark7587]

Great video, im having 3 of the problems you said, abs rear, passenger door not opening on outside, steering wheel buttons controls not working

[@itsimty]

Thank you for watching

[@user-cn1em2qx6f]

how come all the tdi 2.0 engines in vw seat have cam belts rather then chains? are cam belts just as good. how often do you change them?

[@mcxix2742]

Had my Rocco GTS nearly 2 years, been great but not bulletproof. 2 major problems so far: coolant leak caused by a worn plastic adaptor part, cost £130 to have replaced. And now I've got 6 warning lights on the dash caused by a faulty ABS sensor which has set off a number of faults with the car's diagnostics and readings.

[@sniperlad182]

I have a 2009 TSI which has a tyre pressure sensor light on at the moment and can't figure out why it's on as my car doesn't have TMPS any idea what it could be? Ive had it in the garage and they don't either

[@jamesb3700]

I have the 2.0 Tsi DSG 2009, replced cam belt due to the follower failures, new intake manifold due to the plastic flap failure. Failed injector and water ingress to harness of front suspension needed replacing.

[@KkKk-px2le]

Any help would be great! Looking at a 1.4 tsi petrol. It's just over 100k miles. Is it worth buying? The issues with it are rough idling the guy says might be coil pack or spark plugs. Also the service sign is on Are they expensive to look at?

[@colingroves335]

I have had the injectors go, the fuel flap would not open, had to replace the locking mechanism, and a rear shock absorber fail, which like you said in the video, is an expensive repair, but still a great car.

[@itsimty]

Thank you for watching

[@tommarshall5627]

My fuel cap decides when it wants to open, they’re fuckers for stones getting in the alloys and making noises too

[@PursuitSpecial508]

Great video mate. 👍

[@mikelimmer9650]

I had a 2009 2.0 tsi dsg loads of trouble I replaced turbo 4 injectors throttle body throttle pedal radiator the epc light was always on but a great looking and driving car mine was candy White gt spec

[@mattevans6106]

I have just bought a 2023 2.0 TDI. Boot wont open apart from when i use the manual latch from inside. Also the windscreen washers wont pump for front or rear screens. Does anyone have any ideas? I believe that it could be wiring for the boot and not sure about the washers

[@thesilentgametestr]

Good interesting video, but I wouldn't put people off the 1. 4 models. Unless you are always owning R spec type cars or higher performance then they will seem underpowered even the twin charge version, but they are still quick for what they are. I've owned various cars over the years and some even much quicker than my current car which is the 1.4 122hp model, I could've afforded a 2ltr or R, just mileage/price comparison at the time however I wouldn't say it was slow for the car. It's faster than the astral gtc 120hp model and having driven an abarth 500 135hp before I settled on the rocco, it felt as quick or quicker. It drives really nice and pulls well. Again just depends on why you're use to or what your expectation are.

[@MrRawUK]

Agreed, as 122BHP is fine and more than enough for most people.

[@castiel_slo]

I have scirocco 2.0 TSI but cant drive it because of high emission

[@PJWALL89]

Anybody here have issue with the DSG 7 speed 1.4l tsi?

[@johnpetersen957]

1.4tsi highline. what type of gear box does it have? what gearbox oil do you use?

[@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel]

depends on what the car had, it has a DSG or manual, the gearbox oil is like sewing machine oil, you need special equipment for it tho.

[@josephjohnson7860]

What are your thoughts on a earlier 1.4tsi 160hp as a first car despite the problems they have

[@itsimty]

If you get a well maintained one you should be fine.

[@josephjohnson7860]

@@itsimty thank you I’m looking at ones around 80k miles so will need to check for good service history

[@rossweaver1695]

@@josephjohnson7860read my recent comment, don’t bother

[@harryscott2768]

I’ve had the 2 ltr. TSI for 7 years…..no issues, no advisories on mot….regular maintenance the key .Great car…love it still.

[@itsimty]

Thank You for watching

[@EngineerNev]

Same here owned my 2011 for 7 years also. Replaced the fuel filler locking mechanism no other issues mechanical wise.

[@cozzuh1062]

Just curious what mileage what’s the car in when you sold thinking of getting a petrol around 60k miles

[@grahamwinteringham6012]

I've a 12 plate, blue motion TDI 2L Only 60k . I've had no problem at all but I worry about the small use it gets . I try and Only do trips of 20 miles min as worried I may clog the dpf up. Any other recommendations to keep it clear or will the 20 mile runs be OK Thank you in advance Ps is it belt or chain on these

[@MrRawUK]

I'd honestly not buy a TDI if doing small miles. I had a 2015 Golf GTD, and the moment I stopped doing a 45 min m4 commute the DPF started to play up.

[@grahamwinteringham6012]

@@MrRawUK how many miles on the clock

[@MrRawUK]

@@grahamwinteringham6012 it was only 45k. Full VW service history.

[@grahamwinteringham6012]

Must be lucky so far. Only worth 5k now so not worth selling

[@MrRawUK]

@@grahamwinteringham6012 as long as DPF can do a regen you'll probably be fine fella.

[@EIRE_Rxcco]

I had a 2011 1.4 160hp and I got the piston issue, pistons were too small for the cylinders. They're all marked ready to crack. Trading her in for an R-Line 2014 1.4 122hp Drives great. Hope I have better luck here. The R-Line looks great. Thanks for the video! I'm going from manual to DSG

[@pauljeavons8878]

I have had 3 new Sciroccos one after the other since they started and my current babe was made in the very last month of manufacture. Sticky fuel cap yes on all of them. Just needs a clean of the release mechanism when you wash the car and carry a kitchen knife just in case in the boot to lift the lid out. Only done that once at a station ever on all 3. As far as faults. Not one single fault. Not one of the described issues. They are well made. Great cars. Highly reliable. But boy racers you will wreck any car anyway. My first Scirocco was a 2011.

[@cheeseofblack]

Yeah definitely boy racers that cause tensioners to fail super prematurely 🤦‍♂️

[@user-vz6cq3nd8e]

I have 1400 122ps and I am ok ❤❤

[@hishamahmad6710]

If I’m buying a 2016 2.0 TDI R-line with 47k mileage, what sort of things should I look out for? Someone help

[@itsimty]

Just make sure it has a good maintenance record, if it’s Dsg it should have the first dsg service, see if cambelt and water pump have been replaced

[@simonsaphire]

I wasn't expecting there to be so many problems, I'm going to cross this one of my wish-list. It's a shame because they look great.

[@itsimty]

They are a great car, these are just some common faults we have seen as a specialist.

[@skdfdjkdfjkd]

I've had a scirocco for almost 10 years, never had any problems..

[@madmanmoz6365]

Thata foolish lol, if you maintain any car, it will be good to you! Im on my seconds Scirocco, i started with the 1.4 tsi manual 122hp, nippy, a good introduction to vw scirocco and the only issues i had over 4 years were front tyre wear and rear suspension. Thats down to me not the car. I now have a vw scirocco 2.0L TDI GT DSG 210hop and it deives perfectly. Beautiful looking cars and fun to drive. User error is always most certainly the cause of most faukts

[@m1lkoboukalo]

all brands and cars got problems man...if you cant afford it or you dont want to spend time on it dont go on a sporty car...sadly all sport cars need love

[@pauljeavons8878]

I have had 3 Sciroccos and not one fault. Don't believe this guy .

[@kabbi3161]

Getting a 2014 1.4 with around 38k miles, what do you reckon I should look out for?

[@rekareks6656]

How much?

[@kabbi3161]

@@rekareks6656it’s salvage but I expect under 5k for the whole thing

[@rekareks6656]

@@kabbi3161 not being funny an I hope all goes well but there is a non salvage on auto trader for same price..

[@kabbi3161]

@@rekareks6656 anything after facelift on auto trader is around 8 grand, mine is facelift

[@rekareks6656]

I tried sending the link guessing KZbin not having it

[@Zeoooooooo]

The comment about the dog 🤣 Many time I've said "The Scirocco isn't the best car if you've got a dog".

[@Idana1]

Would you take the 122 over the 160? I heard the 160 are faulty

[@ziiaadrocma8642]

i got a 122, and yep the 160 are very faulty, the engine can blow up at any moment, you should go for a 2.0 tsi a lot more reliable, but the 122 is not bad at all

[@flooriiin]

I’ve got my 1.4 petrol, 122hp for 10 years now, 160,000km and no problems with it all this time. Really love the Scirocco after all the years

[@_jonas_s]

​@@flooriiinabout to buy myself one with 140.000km on the clock and same specs as yours. I'm a little afraid of issues with the chain so I wanted to ask what year yours is from since you haven't had any issues so far

[@flooriiin]

@@_jonas_s hi there and sorry for the late reply. So far after all these years I only needed to change the battery a year ago and the disk breaks following the last mandatory tech check. Otherwise everything runs super smooth with mine and the interior quality I’m being often told looks like it’s pretty much brand new. I’m also lucky to run it in a country with good roads which might have helped

[@roc2114]

The neglected 160 are faulty...I own 160 10years so far only a water pump replaced. In my opinion dont get 122 its reliable because it's slow so get 160 it's reliable if you keep up with scheduled maintenance and cool unique engine twin charged(supercharged and turbocharged) or a higher version 2.0tsi or scirocco r

[@rossweaver1695]

Currently own the 15plate 2.0TDi 184bhp Hatchback R line DSG box in white with no issues apart from a wheel sensor. Mileage currently stands at 61k Previously owned a 12plate 1.4TSi 160bhp supercharged coupe model in white and that was quick for a 1.4 but I took a loss with that model due to 3rd piston crack etc at 66k .. basically needed new engine so don’t purchase the 1.4 TSi 160bhp models as they turned out to be a common fault online forums after researching. And it also had other issues like new supercharger belt and timing belts etc just to many to remember unfortunately All in all I just love these cars

[@Justin_ibbi]

I Thought I Need Scirocco But Now I Think I don’t Wana Buy it If I’m Wrong Please Respond me

[@itsimty]

Vw scirocco is a great car the faults we have shown are just some of the issues we have come across as a specialist

[@Justin_ibbi]

@@itsimty Thank You 😊

[@Samodinho]

Difficult over a comment I understand, but I've had a sporadic epc light for 4 years that pops it into limp mode, had loom and throttle body replaced still popping up, many local mechanics don't seem to know. Just wondering I you've seen or heard of something similar

[@ollylove5727]

Got the same problem, looked online and someone suggested the idle switch. If you get it sorted let me know 🙏

[@bibsterphs404]

Electrical problem: 1. Door mirrors switch, 2. Wing Morrors turn signal indicators, and switch button problem

[@bruceybonus999]

hey, is this scirocco available for sale? id happily take it off your hands

[@itsimty]

Unfortunately not, Thank you for watching

[@mattiek7526]

like? I loved it

[@itsimty]

Thank you for watching

[@mattiek7526]

@@itsimty Hi mate, I have a dilemma because I like V. Scirocco 2.0, diesel, auto but I also like Mercedes-Benz A-class 1.5 A 180 D SE EXECUTIVE 5d 114 BHP. I can spend sth between 16- 18k. Any thoughts ? Thanks

[@itsimty]

@@mattiek7526 If you get a good example that has been well maintained the VW sirocco may be a better choice in terms of what you get for your money. Please feel free to get in touch if you need anything. Thanks Mat!

[@tenmillionvolts]

Whew. Lucky it has all that German quality

[@ningnyco1782]

The only problem on scirocco is it is TOO HEAVY. it has fewer features than passat and some variant of golf, and less doors than golf, smaller volume, but still weight that much? lol!

[@seventeen9718]

It's got a larger body and weighs pretty much the same as a golf...

[@TravelJay23]

Hmmm I was thinking of buying one to throw my dog in to take him for walks 😂 no really I was haha

[@glenngeorgewoolley]

I wouldn’t trust this guys opinion if he says the 1.4 tsi isn’t too bad. It’s literally known as the chocolate engine in the vw world. Known for blowing piston rings, even when maintained to high standards you will rarely see one of these engines reach 100k without a rebuild. We had one at50k miles and piston blown, rebuilt top of the engine and guess what happened six months later… pistonring blown! Check auto trader I doubt you will see many 1.4tsi with high mileage on there in comparison to the larger engine models.

[@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel]

In Germany / Netherlands you see them 150K+ kilometers, maybe they are better build? the lower QC cars moved outside of europe? idk... but we got laws for vehicle callbacks so everybody probably did a piston ring / piston replacement during the callback. but a lot of people dont even care or dont know if there was a callback. maybe thats why they blow? I know all VAG engines had those issues with piston rings, most are recalled in fact you even got 10 years warranty after it was done. The TSI 2.0 had same issue with piston rings, (oil burners).

[@phillbozz853]

@@Underp4ntz_Gaming_Channel same in greece

[@roc2114]

1.4 tsi 100k miles original engine just regular maintenance and, warm up on start...let it cool down before switch off and don't drive like a pushy driving slow kills this engine

[@KkKk-px2le]

There's literally loads of comments that disagree with you. Most the cars for sale too are over 100k miles... 🤔

[@Dovie170986]

Chatting pure rammel about out half of it n make it sound like the worst car ever while trying to upsell 😂

[@Berci1511]

1.4 tsi twincharged are the worst engines vw ever made. They drive amazingly, but reliability is horrendeous, cracked engine block in a brand new one at 40k km.. cracked pistons etc. Dont buy it guys. The most reliable scirocco would be the 2.0 tdi(either 140 or 170hp)

[@MtbAddict109]

Sounds like a nightmare to own. Manufacturers should bring back simple and reliable cars.

[@lunch2102]

So basically, everything fails in this model

[@grahamwinteringham6012]

Shit. This video scares me.

[@MrLegantWong]

Very attractive body! but it is a poison pill

[@Ashley-yr5fn]

A complete lemon of a car

[@itsimty]

Thank you for watching

[@phillbozz853]

Bro you can do this video about every car

[@alexandermichael117]

In other words mate, never buy one.

[@itsimty]

That’s not what we are saying, we are just highlighting some of the common faults we have seen as a Vw specialist, Thank you for watching

[@alexandermichael117]

@@itsimty ok, but with so many issues with this car, I would not buy one, it may be ok for a garage not to give advice about which car to buy, because after all, who makes money on the repares, and who pays for them? It's the likes of me, but then, no.

[@JDMz]

@@alexandermichael117 I've had one for 5 years. I had the 2.0tdi bluemotion. It never had an issue. Even passed its mot every year in the 5 years I had it. With no advisorys.

[@sh4rkex817]

Tf bro, i have 2.0 TSI and no single problem after 7 years.

[@alexandermichael117]

@@sh4rkex817 that's good to hear guys, I've got a transporter, it had heater plugs trouble, but is now ok.I do like VWs only wish there was a good garage near me in Manchester that would service it, and really look after it with me.