Known problems
What goes wrong on the VW/Audi 1.8T / 2.0T EA888 (3rd gen)
caution
Water Pump and Thermostat Housing Leak
The plastic water pump and thermostat housing commonly crack and leak coolant.
Typical repair cost
$600 – $1,300
caution
PCV Valve Failure
The PCV valve's diaphragm tears, causing a whistle at idle, rough running and lean codes.
Typical repair cost
$150 – $450
1 more known problem on the VW/Audi 1.8T / 2.0T EA888 (3rd gen)
Your guide shows all of them and which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.
Where it was used
Cars with the VW/Audi 1.8T / 2.0T EA888 (3rd gen)
Volkswagen Golf/GTI2016-2021Volkswagen Golf/GTI2015-2019Volkswagen Jetta2014-2018Volkswagen Passat2018-2022Volkswagen Passat2014-2017Volkswagen Tiguan2018-2024Volkswagen Atlas2018-2023Volkswagen Arteon2019-2023Volkswagen Beetle2014-2017Audi A32017-2020Audi S32015-2020Audi A42017-2024Audi A52018-2024Audi Q52018-2024Audi Q32019-2024Audi TT2016-2023Audi Q72017-2019Porsche Macan2017-2024