ABS/Traction Control Issue

darkpaniel said:

Quick question: could a faulty ABS module cause the ABS pump to fail as well?

So my 09 GTI was under the recall as well. I dropped it off at the dealer yesterday, and today I get a call from my service advisor saying that they replaced the ABS module, but the problem persisted because my ABS pump was bad. He went on to tell me that the pump itself wasn't covered under the recall and that it would cost $2,500 to replace!

I've contacted VWOA and they're escalating my case and looking into it. I should hear back from them by tomorrow, but in the meantime, what do you guys think?

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sovietsky19 said:

Do you guys know if the fault codes from the brake/ABS/ESC lights are saved in the car's system? I only have issues with BRAKE/ABS/ESC lighting up when on the canyon. I turn of the car and turn it back on and the lights clear. Do I need to bring it when the lights are on? or can they check/test my ABS module without that?

I have also received the recall letter and plan on bringing my car in.
Thanks in advance!

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kern417 said:

just ordered a pump on ebay for $40 shipped. pretty stoked.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172218469590

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vath said:

it should store the codes:

2 Faults Found:
16352 - Control Module - Electrical Error
014 - Defective - Intermittent
Freeze Frame:
Fault Status: 00101110
Fault Priority: 1
Fault Frequency: 2
Reset counter: 249
Mileage: 136323 km
Time Indication: 0


01130 - ABS Operation
008 - Implausible Signal - Intermittent
Freeze Frame:
Fault Status: 00101000
Fault Priority: 1
Fault Frequency: 1
Reset counter: 15
Mileage: 136694 km
Time Indication: 0

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• They flash the recall update to the existing ABS Control Module.
• If it succeeds, they say "good enough" and you're good to go.
• If it fails, the control module is totally toast.
• They order in a new control module. They don't keep these in stock because apparently the programming is custom to your car. This can take 1–3 days.
• Because a toasted ABS system is considered a safety issue (even though the car hasn't had functional ABS for a few years now :iono, they're required to give you a loaner car until they get the new module in and installed.

jemartti said:

[*]Because a toasted ABS system is considered a safety issue (even though the car hasn't had functional ABS for a few years now :iono, they're required to give you a loaner car until they get the new module in and installed.


To be honest, I'm glad my module failed the update; getting a new one installed feels good for peace of mind. It's a bit of a hassle, but this loaner 2017 Jetta ain't too bad (although it feels pretty chintz compared to my eight-year-old GTI :smile.

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