The Official Mk6 Golf DSG Clutch / Shudder / Squeal Issues Thread

[regu]

Hi DKC,

I don't know where you are in SYD but I went to Bill Buckle in Brookvale and complained about the jerks from the DSG. First got the clutchpacks replaced then the mechatroniks and then the complete gearbox. All under warranty with no problems. I dropped the car off and an hour later they called me and said "we got the computer diagnostics and you need a new box" Next day I could pick up the car all done.

cheers,
regu

[DKC]

My MkVI DSG also jerks a bit at low speed. Ask the dealer to check it out at service and they told me it's normal and refused to do any testing.

[Ryan_R]

I'm more than happy to be wrong on this occasion

[AdamD]

I've never seen that in the articles I've read

First link google came up with:

Like the current model, a six-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission will be available as an option to the standard six-speed manual gearbox.

[Ryan_R]

I've never seen that in the articles I've read

[AdamD]

Shame all the Mk7 Golfs will all be 7speed

Not true. The Mk7 GTI will retain the 6-speed wet clutch, and there's even the possibility (based on press reports) of the R keeping it too - although I expect it'll end up getting the high-torque wet clutch 7-speed.

[kaktusdigital]

Ah ic. Seeing that you got your clutch pack done in July I'd assume that would be the new MK7 part (apparently started in march). You would think they would have their **** together by now on the dry 7. I'm with you, theres no way i'm buying another 7 speed dsg - 6 wet all the way thanks!

I had severe clutch slippage on very slight inclines and then almost all takeoff's when the car had been running for 30mins or so.

[Ryan_R]

Yes, but it could be an engine mount issue instead. Nowhere near as bad as before though thanks mainly to the DSG tune I've got.

[kaktusdigital]

Hi Ryan,

Have you had any returns of the shuddering after your clutch and mecha replacements this year?

[Ryan_R]

If you can drive in Sport mode once a week the car will thank you for it usually.

[Rawcpoppa]

Golf 7 Speed DSG shudder / clutch issues

Small update: since the dealer told me to drive with more "enthusiasm" my judders have gone away. Strange advice yes but it seems to work.


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[Ryan_R]

The 6 speed wet clutch is completely different to the 7 speed dry clutch, and I found the same thing - it was way smoother than my car could ever hope to be. Shame all the Mk7 Golfs will all be 7speed - but hopefully there are still some wet clutch versions available. I won't be buying anything if the DSG doesn't feel as smooth as the 103TDI loaner I've occasionally driven.

[kaktusdigital]

Got the new updated design clutch packs installed today. Feels good so far but I can't help but notice the 103 TDI loaner was realllly smooth in comparison. The biting felt really strong compared to the repaired TSI.

Could the clutch slippage caused more damage to anything other than the clutch packs? I'd like to have faith in the longevity of it all but right now I feel like trading it in while it's in tip top shape.

[Ozram]

Sorry totally disagree, leave development to F1, do not put DUD technology into family cars, VW have to meet their obligations with respect to consumer protection laws and at the moment they are flying very close to the wind. Sorry but 2 clutch replacements in a family that has done just 60,00km is not on, the thing is seriously flawed and should not have been put into production. Yes a 5 year warranty is some comfort, but as for "Have some patience" I should be awarded a gold medal for patience, the car is currently sitting in the driveway unable to be driven due to extreme shutter and another weeks wait to have the clutches replaced.

Sorry, but coming onto an internet forum with a provocative user name like yours ain't going to further your cause with VWA. Bagging the product publicly is also probably not a very wise move. We all know the issues these transmissions have. Rant all you like in your five postings, about your "shutter" issues. If you're not happy with the vehicle then maybe you should think about getting into something else. I did.

[CNBLU]

New clutch pack and software update and she's good as new. Almost forgot how smooth it was to drive!