Reliability Summary

Engine EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) — 80/100 BUY
Known Issues 4

Engine in this model

Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Cylinder head oil leak - injector / camshaft adjuster area EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) moderate —
Oil consumption and carbon deposits (direct injection) EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) moderate —
Crankcase breather membrane failure - oil at the filler cap EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) moderate 90,000 km
Coolant pump leak - coolant loss EA839 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo (LK3) moderate 80,000 km – 129,000 km