I've just changed the timing chain on my Polo and one reason is the different torque.
Pros: different torque settings
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Polo
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I have the seat equivalent - Ibiza ST (Fr spec) with the same engine, yes it's EA111, so keep an out for any signs of the timing chain stretching, however VW did do some what of a fix before introducing EA211. My 1.2 TSI EA111 has 95k miles on it and has never had the chain done and doesn't sound like there's any chain issues. But key is just service it every year properly and check the chain, you'll be fine then.
Pros: powerful enough for driving
Cons: timing chain stretching
Vehicle:
Seat Ibiza
Mileage: 95000 km
We have our 2017 Golf wagon which it getting long in the tooth...timing chain maintenance is coming up very soon... Plus all major fluid changes(DSG, haldex, brake, coolant, etc...), but it runs well.
Pros: runs well
Cons: timing chain maintenance soon
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Golf
Mileage: 12000 km
Those Tiguans have a notorious timing chain issue, probably not worth it unless you have service record of that being addressed already.
Cons: notorious issue
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Tiguan
2.5 motors can go 600k on original chains.
Pros: long lifespan, high mileage
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Golf
I have 2017 Tiguan and took it to the dealership for all the servicing. I have been having engine issues since Sept 2023. The timing chain was replaced and ever since my engine has been losing oil.
Cons: engine losing oil
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Tiguan
Mileage: 120000 km
My Mk4 R32 Golf was the most reliable car I ever owned. (9 years)\u2026 until the timing chain snapped at 250,000 kms.
Pros: most reliable car
Cons: timing chain snapped
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Golf
Mileage: 250000 km
I also have 2017 Tiguan with 160,000 km. Just had mechanic check it as I heard rattling on startup and they recommended replacement.
Pros: mechanic recommended replacement
Cons: rattling on startup
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Tiguan
Mileage: 160000 km
After doing a complete OEM parts timing job my numbers were actually initially worse 7 and 8. After driving the car for 1 tank of gas the 209 number went slightly down to 4 and 208 stayed at 7, also 90 and 91 are still flip flopped.
Cons: numbers initially worse
Vehicle:
Audi TT
Mileage: 37000 km
I love the ea888 2.0 in my 2012 GLI, but aside from water pumps, I've been pretty lucky with mine (knock on wood). Have 143K miles. Timing chain is reaching too stretched point; oil leaks from cam bridge, etc
Pros: ea888 2.0 good engine
Cons: timing chain stretched, oil leaks
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
Mileage: 230120 km
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The brand is registered in Germany. Official website: https://www.volkswagen.de/.
In March 2026, PartReview users have a mixed opinion of OEM Volkswagen timing chain.
PR Score — 56 out of 100, based on 27 reviews and 88 votes. 12 positive reviews, 7 neutral reviews, 8 negative reviews. Average rating — 3.1 (out of 5). Vote balance: 50 up, 38 down.
In the ranking of the best timing chain this part is at position 1 ahead of OEM BMW and OEM Audi.
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- Rattle - brief metallic rattle at cold start is noticeable - rated negatively. 2.4 points out of 5.
- Starting - hard starts or rough running can appear - rated negatively. 2.4 points out of 5.
- Warning light - check engine light may illuminate - rated ambivalently. 2.5 points out of 5.
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