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Report: Power Windows Fail More Often Than Manually Operated Window Cranks

Volkswagen Golf TDI Problem
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Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2010

Average Mileage: 50,015 mi (10,030 mi - 90,000 mi)

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One or more power windows may fail. Our technicians tell us this is commonly due to a failed window regulator which will require replacement.

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  • Report #1
    Visitor, 2004 Volkswagen Golf TDI, 90,000 mi

    left rear window motor failed

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2000 Volkswagen Golf TDI, 10,030 mi

    I had all of the window regulators fail to many times to count. They started to fail when it had only 1200 miles on it they replaced 9 under worrinty and i have put in a few more. Just rember to cary water proof tape with you so you can tape up the windows when they fall all the time.

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