1.2 TDI (CFWA)
Volkswagen · 1.2 TDI 3-cyl (CFWA)
2009–2014
"Polo/Fabia/Roomster. 3-cylinder diesel. Timing belt. DPF clogs rapidly in city use. EGR valve fouling. Very low power. Good motorway economy but terrible for Athens stop-and-go. Linked to EA189 Dieselgate."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 3
DPF clogging (city driving)
▸DPF warning, limp mode
3-cyl diesel + DPF + city = clogs very fast.
DPF 3-κύλινδρο diesel πόλη = βούλωμα γρήγορα. ΑΠΟΦΥΓΗ για Αθήνα.
Timing belt (interference)
▸Preventive only
Belt not chain on this 3-cyl diesel.
Ιμάντας — €250-500. Interference.
EGR valve fouling
▸Rough idle, smoke
Standard small diesel EGR.
EGR — €200-500.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen 1.2 TDI (CFWA) reliable?
The Volkswagen 1.2 TDI (CFWA) scores 62/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 3 documented issues with total repair costs between €850 and €2,200.
What are the common problems with the 1.2 TDI (CFWA)?
The most common issues are:
- DPF clogging (city driving) — high, repair cost €400–€1,200, 30,000 km–60,000 km
- Timing belt (interference) — high, repair cost €250–€500, 60,000 km–90,000 km
- EGR valve fouling — moderate, repair cost €200–€500, 60,000 km–100,000 km
What cars use the Volkswagen 1.2 TDI (CFWA)?
How much does it cost to repair the 1.2 TDI (CFWA)?
Total potential repair costs for all 3 known issues range from €850 to €2,200. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the 1.2 TDI (CFWA) produced?
The Volkswagen 1.2 TDI (CFWA) was produced from 2009 to 2014. It is a 1199cc I3 diesel engine.
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