2001 Volkswagen Eurovan Engine cooling Problems

“Engine cooling fan blade failure. The larger of the 2 fan blade wheels has a large missing piece which has somehow disintegrated without any reasonable explanation. I understand there was an investigation of the Eurovan engine cooling fan blade, however a recall has not been issued, while there was a recall on the rialta, which uses the same fan as the Eurovan.”

“Vw used plastic in the Eurovan's oil filter housing. During two oil changes (5,000 miles and then at 64,000 miles) the plastic oil filter housing was cracked during routine oil changes which then caused oil loss and subsequent engine damage/failures. As a result our Eurovan has spent 5 months in the shop for one engine rebuild and then one engine replacement!”

“Air conditioner compressor failure at just over 25,000 miles. Other Volkswagen Eurovan drivers have reported similar failures, including seizing of the compressor, immediate loss of the compressor drive belt, and a resulting loss of power steering control, which could result in loss of vehicle control.”

“The engine fell from the vehicle due to a missing bolt, also the transmission was inoperative. The consumer found that the engine and the transmission was rebuilt prior to purchase. The engine light had come on, the consumer's daughter heard a loud rattle and viewed smoke coming from the engine area. On another occasion when the consumer had come to an intersection, when accelerated, the vehicle had made a noise then would not move. The bolts had sprayed over the road. Scc”

“Intermediate drive gear which controls cam shaft and valve train failed due to non hardened metal . Total failure of engine was to ensue, according to Volkswagen(maker of vehicle), if driven further. The car was being used to transport my family to seattle ,wa from santa rosa,ca. The failure occurred 500 miles from home and 75 miles from nearest dealer. Was advised by vw that a vw dealer must serve as the diagnostic center . The failure occured in winter and with virtually no warning--the check engine light illuminated and the engine made a groaning sound. …”