VW Eos Cabrio problems with exhaust gas recirculation or EGR valve

Hey, I drive a 2016 VW Golf and had similar problems to yours - check engine light, loss of power, jerky engine and strong exhaust odor. The EGR valve was actually defective and jammed. In my case, the valve had to be cleaned and eventually replaced. This was a serious matter because the EGR valve is responsible for exhaust gas recirculation and therefore has a direct influence on engine performance. After the replacement, the engine ran smoothly again without any problems. I can only recommend that you have this checked at a competent workshop. Good luck! Best regards

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Hey, thanks for your reply! Do you remember how much you paid for the repair in total? Did you have any other problems afterwards or did the engine run smoothly? Thanks again and best regards!

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Hey, yes, I can still remember it well. After I went to the mechanic, the malfunction in the EGR valve was fixed. It cost me a total of €355 including parts and labor. After the repair, the engine ran perfectly again and there were no further problems. I hope this helps you! Kind regards

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Hello, thank you very much for the information! That sounds like a feasible sum, especially if everything goes well afterwards. I will definitely visit a garage soon and have it checked. Your experience gives me confidence that the problem can be solved. Thanks again for your help! Kind regards

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The car has had the fault for six years. Nothing will be repaired.

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It's important to address these issues promptly, especially since they can affect engine performance and emissions. I recommend starting with a diagnostic scan to confirm if the EGR valve is the issue. If you haven't already, please let us know how it goes or if you have any further questions.