DSG: Problems, Questions, Likes and Dislikes

[Brash]

It's times like this im glad i got a manual, not to say the manual box can't fail but it's less likely.

Depends on the driver though doesn't it?

[Martin]

That's very disappointing

[Lucas_R]

Depends on the driver though doesn't it?

Well yes - if your going to do fully hectik full throttle launches at every intersection then you will surely kill it. But, if you treat it with respect and don't abuse it, then a traditional manual gearbox is very simple, and therefore reliable.

[Mick rrr]

Wow, 49 km - that must be a new record!

But apparently, there's a five year warranty on the drivetrain and you have the 6-speed (not 7-speed), so I'm sure there are plenty of happy days to come.

Looks like I'm getting a new gearbox, hope I don't have to wait for one from EU

[Sardaukar]

Sorry to hear that mate are they providing you with a r while you wait?

Looks like I'm getting a new gearbox, hope I don't have to wait for one from EU

[Mick rrr]

Sorry to hear that mate are they providing you with a r while you wait?

No no R, they gave me a TSi and I do have to wait for a box from Germany

[Ryan_R]

Sucks, but at least they're replacing it instead of trying to repair it.

[Allegiance]

DSG: Problems/Complaints/Dislikes/LoveIt

No no R, they gave me a TSi and I do have to wait for a box from Germany

How long is the wait? I really feel for you, I would be mega pissed.


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[Sardaukar]

No no R, they gave me a TSi and I do have to wait for a box from Germany

Spewing mate, sorry to hear that.

At least they gave you a turbo. NOW THRASH IT!

[Mick rrr]

How long is the wait? I really feel for you, I would be mega pissed.


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about 3 weeks, I guess some people waited 12 months after ordering their cars and yes a new one is better than a fixed one. Just have to wait and see how VW plan on compensating me.

[Capercat]

No false neutrals, but I suppose you could say shudders. It's getting worse than what it was. I have been driving in a lot of start/stop traffic though.

Isn't this the reason why people went with DSG over manual. I remember back in the beginning of the MK5 days this topic was always discussed DSG vs 6MT.

[gavs]

DSG: Problems/Complaints/Dislikes/LoveIt

Not that I've had any issues, but I'm wondering if anybody else has looked into ACL avenues to address the difficulties they're experiencing with a dealer? I work in services related industries and there's significant focus on ACL and given that it also applies to the purchase of vehicles maybe it would be an avenue worth perusing?

Good summary from a law firm here - Australian Consumer Law

nathang, I only just saw this post.

Yes I have contacted the ACCC regarding issues of this nature as well as consumer affairs. The only way that consumer affairs can help is if you are willing to sit idle until a solution/resolution is found. If you cannot do this, they can only refer you to your local conflict resolution department, ie QCAT.

[muv17]

Golf r dsg

Is it normal for the dsg on my new golf r my13 to go so slow when in D. Have to use too much throttle when taking off at the lights. Was in the shopping centre car park and car slowed down crawling about 3km and was still in 2nd gear,should't it change down to first at that speed. But when changed to manual mode useing paddles goes better same with sports auto.

[Tobes_WIR35]

Is it normal for the dsg on my new golf r my13 to go so slow when in D. Have to use too much throttle when taking off at the lights. Was in the shopping centre car park and car slowed down crawling about 3km and was still in 2nd gear,should't it change down to first at that speed. But when changed to manual mode useing paddles goes better same with sports auto.

Sounds about normal. DSG pretty much stays in 2nd unless you stop completely. It can be very annoying if you need to give the car a bit of throttle to get across a busy street or something. It's either got no revs, or if you give it enough throttle to kick back into first, you find yourself launching like a drag race. It takes some getting used to, but once you learn to drive the car to match the transmission, it becomes less of an issue.

If it really gives you the irrits, there are some tuning companies who can re-program the DSG to make it more pleasant in this regard.

[muv17]

which tuning companies