How common are EGR problems really?

[David_Sweden]

Planning on buying a T6 2019 84kW/114PS, but reading the EGR-threads just gives me the chills.

The thing about reading on forums is that the information can be rather one sided, people with problems are writing much more than those with no problems.
Nothing wrong with that. (Everyone of course knows this)

But back to my question, how big of a problem is this really?
Would I inevitable have a costly repair down the line?

One question regarding the EGR-problem...
Would the problem just affect the EGR-system itself, my concerns are that there may be carbon/"sludge" buildup in the valves and piston rings causing them to wear out prematurely?

Are the 150hp 2.0 TSI a more reliable option, compared to the TDI?

 

[Insert Coin]

The TSi doesn’t have a dpf, adblue, egr etc, in the UK it’s only available as a 204hp, maybe different elsewhere in the EU.

My 204 diesel has been fine, but I run premium fuel, Millers Ecomax and regular oil/filter changes.

The only problem in 3 years has been the egr flexi pipe splitting.

 

[Leehoops]

Well I'm certainly no expert but aswell as having a 2019 T6 150 I have a T5.1 150 which I've had from new , it is 8 years old with just over 70.000 miles on I had it mapped after 3 years and I have never had a problem with the egr , watch now something will happen now I've jinxed it

 

[huw169]

TSI 204 DSG & 150 manual were sold in uk.
I went diesel. I figured the egr issue is not a big one, and the fuel savings over the years against a TSI guzzler will easily compensate for this (maybe eventually) being a problem.

 

[Loz]

I think is more likely to be how you use it.

 

[David_Sweden]

I think is more likely to be how you use it.

I will use it mostly on highways and a smaller country roas 30mph. Not much city driving.

 

[Dave Lawson]

In my first week of owning a T6 (2016 T32 140) the EML came on, got it plugged in and it was the EGR. Was I gutted? Yep! Did I think I’d made a big mistake buying a van? Yep! In the end I bought a new valve for £230 and spent a Saturday morning fitting it. I’m not mechanically minded, I read up on here and watched a couple of videos and got on with it! Once complete I got a real sense of achievement and a better understanding of things work (under the bonnet). Don’t let the thought of a “potential” issue put you off. If you buy a T6 and run into an EGR issue I would be happy to help you with any advice (for what it’s worth), as I’m sure other people on here will too!

 

[David_Sweden]

In my first week of owning a T6 (2016 T32 140) the EML came on, got it plugged in and it was the EGR. Was I gutted? Yep! Did I think I’d made a big mistake buying a van? Yep! In the end I bought a new valve for £230 and spent a Saturday morning fitting it. I’m not mechanically minded, I read up on here and watched a couple of videos and got on with it! Once complete I got a real sense of achievement and a better understanding of things work (under the bonnet). Don’t let the thought of a “potential” issue put you off. If you buy a T6 and run into an EGR issue I would be happy to help you with any advice (for what it’s worth), as I’m sure other people on here will too!

Love it, thanks!

 

[andys]

My 150 DSG diesel is 4 yrs old next week, though it only has 21000 miles on the clock as it’s a camper only and didn’t get a lot of use last year. I run it on the cheapest supermarket fuel I can find and would never dream of using a fuel additive and I’ve never had a single problem with EGR or DPF and have never seen a check engine light. As Loz says, it seems to be how you use it thats the determining factor - short journeys = problem, long journeys = no problem.

 

[T6Paul]

All vehicles no matter what make or model have their issues, agreed some are more common than others and some that are rare but highly publicised can cause fear among owners. In reality any modern diesel could suffer an EGR fault, the most important thing is having a local trusted mechanic who can fix any faults when they occur without ripping you off. VCDS is also a good investment to keep a check on the numerous electrical systems on a VAG group vehicle.

 

[David_Sweden]

All vehicles no matter what make or model have their issues, agreed some are more common than others and some that are rare but highly publicised can cause fear among owners. In reality any modern diesel could suffer an EGR fault, the most important thing is having a local trusted mechanic who can fix any faults when they occur without ripping you off. VCDS is also a good investment to keep a check on the numerous electrical systems on a VAG group vehicle.

Yes thats true, thanks

 

[Neil Nicholls]

Before Covid, we were up and down the country quite regularly, with some city driving mixed in.
My EGR failed, and was replaced under warranty at around 50k. They tried to clean it, but said it needed replacing.
I am nearly at 80k now, and had no other problems.
I think I remember the Vw guy saying it would have cost in the region of 1k if I was paying.

 

[David_Sweden]

Before Covid, we were up and down the country quite regularly, with some city driving mixed in.
My EGR failed, and was replaced under warranty at around 50k. They tried to clean it, but said it needed replacing.
I am nearly at 80k now, and had no other problems.
I think I remember the Vw guy saying it would have cost in the region of 1k if I was paying.

Thanks, if the £1k EGR change is the worst thing after 50K, then I think its kind of OK (cant beleve I just wrote that).
Larger repairs will come somewhat regular on all cars.

 

[Grainfoot]

I will use it mostly on highways and a smaller country roas 30mph. Not much city driving.

Should be fine. Had our 150 3years no problems. Think as long as enough length and time on journeys for regenerations to take place then should be ok

 

[Loz]

Should be fine. Had our 150 3years no problems. Think as long as enough length and time on journeys for regenerations to take place then should be ok

EGR doesn't regenerate, that's for the DPF

 

[David_Sweden]

Should be fine. Had our 150 3years no problems. Think as long as enough length and time on journeys for regenerations to take place then should be ok

My average daily average commute are around 25miles each way,
20 miles are highway and 5 on country road 30mph.

 

[DXX]

There was a poll on the forum some time back regarding EGR problems and there outcome. I can’t find it with the search function????

 

[David_Sweden]

There was a poll on the forum some time back regarding EGR problems and there outcome. I can’t find it with the search function????

That would be very interesting to read...

 

[Loz]

https://www.t6forum.com/threads/adblue-and-exhaust-warning-light-poll-what-is-happening-to-who-with-what-vans-driving-how-is-the-problem-getting-fixed-how-long-is-this-taking.20915/

 

[Grainfoot]

My average daily average commute are around 25miles each way,
20 miles are highway and 5 on country road 30mph.

You shouldn't have any problems with those distances and speeds.