How long do TDI Turbos last?
In the early days of turbos, they tended to last about 75,000 miles before failing in a dramatic cloud of black smoke. In my experience with turbo engines, they have lasted between 150,000 to 200,000 miles.
How long does a VW 1.9 TDI engine last?
The TDI engine may last up to 500k miles but everything around it won’t. And if you depend on VW dealerships to perform the repairs, plus the added premium of diesel fuel over high octane gas, the long term cost savings will erode. For example, the Turbocharger is good for 100 to 150k miles.
When did the VW Jetta TDI Turbo go bad?
I purchased this 2006 VW Jetta tdi 1.9 turbo diesel new in 2006. After only 50K miles, VW dealership stated the turbo charger went bad and the warranty was initially refused stating it was improper oil used. This was disproved with receipts and still charged $500 of a $2300 bill.
What kind of problem does a VW Jetta have?
Smelled a sulfur like smell from the engine compartment. Could hear loud blowing sounds on acceleration. Dealership found an exhaust leak in the back of the diesel motor from the egr cooler assembly. The engine was blowing soot in to the engine compartment and it could be heard and smelled through the firewall.
Why does my VW Jetta have an exhaust leak?
Dealership found an exhaust leak in the back of the diesel motor from the egr cooler assembly. The engine was blowing soot in to the engine compartment and it could be heard and smelled through the firewall. This is a diesel so the exhaust contains carcinogenic chemicals.
Why is my VW Jetta engine blowing soot?
Could hear loud blowing sounds on acceleration. Dealership found an exhaust leak in the back of the diesel motor from the egr cooler assembly. The engine was blowing soot in to the engine compartment and it could be heard and smelled through the firewall. This is a diesel so the exhaust contains carcinogenic chemicals.