Check Engine Light Due to Issues With Glow Plugs/Wiring Harness on Volkswagen Golf

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Because of issues with the glow plugs and/or the glow plug wiring harness from the control relay, the Check Engine Light may illuminate. Our technicians tell us there is a service bulletin, not a recall from Volkswagen regarding replacement of the glow plugs on 2004-2005 model years only.

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Average mileage: 136,630 miles
(20,000 - 267,890)

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