How do I know if my car has an EA189 engine?
If it’s the old model Octavia you have an EU5 EA189. If it’s the new model Octavia and is EU6 you have an EA288 which passes all the tests. Your V5C registration document will tell you if it’s EU5 or EU6.
Is my VW Golf affected by emissions?
Can I drive it? Volkswagen cars fitted with the emissions software are perfectly safe and legal to drive. The car’s brakes, steering and other features are not affected and will not put you in any danger.
What years did Volkswagen cheat emissions?
On 20 November 2015, the EPA said Volkswagen officials told the agency that all 3.0-litre TDI diesel engines sold in the US from 2009 through 2015 were also fitted with emissions-cheating software, in the form of “alternate exhaust control devices”.
Why did Volkswagen cheat emissions test?
Volkswagen begins selling Passat sedans made at a new, $1 billion factory in Chattanooga, Tenn. Though the cars are equipped with more advanced emissions technology, Volkswagen later admits in court documents that it continued to use cheating software to reduce the amount of customer-level maintenance required.
What cars are affected by emissions scandal?
According to the EPA, this means that the cars under investigation could be emitting up to 40 times the national standard for nitrogen oxide (NOx), which is linked to asthma and lung illnesses. The cars affected are 2009-2014 Jettas, Beetles, Golfs, Audi A3s, and VW Passats built from 2014-15.
Which VW models are affected by emissions scandal?
Which Volkswagen models are affected?
Affected vehicles
- Jetta (2009 – 2015)
- Jetta Sportwagen (2009 – 2014)
- Beetle (2013 – 2015)
- Beetle Convertible (2013 – 2015)
- Audi A3 (2010 – 2015)
- Golf (2010 – 2015)
- Golf Sportwagen (2015)
- Passat (2012 – 2015)
What cars are involved in diesel claim?
Mercedes, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Vauxhall, Ford, Citroen, Peugeot, Renault, Nissan, Skoda, Jaguar, Volvo, Hyundai, and Land Rover are among those included in My Diesel Claim and alleged to be involved in the Dieselgate scandal.
Can I get compensation for VW emissions?
Unfortunately, the Volkswagen Dieselgate claim is now finished and closed for any new claimants. The case was settled by Volkswagen in May 2022. This means you cannot begin your VW emission claim for compensation.
Can I claim compensation for VW emissions?
The case was settled by Volkswagen in May 2022. This means you cannot begin your VW emission claim for compensation. If, however, you bought you car using Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) finance, then you may have a claim for Mis-sold PCP compensation. To read more about this, read our specialist guide here.
Can I claim VW emissions compensation?
Can you claim diesel emissions on a second hand car?
If your diesel car was manufactured between 2008 and 2018, you may be eligible to join the claim. You will have had to have bought or leased a new or second-hand diesel car that was made between 2008 and 2018.