Lexusfreak Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Looks like Audi & VW has a problem concerning oil sludge on their 1.8L Turbo 4 cyl engine. VW Extends Warranty on Passat, Audi The Daily Auto Insider Wednesday, September 1, 2004 September 2004 Volkswagen has sent letters to about 425,000 Audi A4 and VW Passat owners saying it has extended its warranty coverage for the 1.8 liter, turbo four-cylinder engine that powers 1998 to 2004 Passats and 1997 Audi A4s because of certain problems relating to oil sludge, which can cause engines to falter, The Wall Street Journal reported. The company sent the letters after receiving reports of engine-component problems relating to oil sludge, a buildup of old, dirty engine oil which can deter engine lubrication, the story said. Volkswagen told customers in the letter that it has extended the warranty on oil-sludge-related repairs to a fully transferable, eight-year, unlimited-mileage warranty. Volkswagen is offering the warranty in addition to the existing five-year, 50,000-mile warranty that generally covers the vehicles. News of the situation was reported this week by Automotive News, a trade publication.
steviej Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Dodge has been having problems with the Durango, too. steviej
Lexusfreak Posted September 3, 2004 Author Posted September 3, 2004 At least I'm glad to see that it's not just Toyota/Lexus that has this problem. It just reinforces the importance of regular oil & filter changes at the correct intervals! B)
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