Відома особливість (витрата масла): Early EA888 2.0 TSI engines are widely reported to experience elevated oil consumption due to piston ring and cylinder wall wear.
Відомий дефект: Carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection is a common issue on this generation of 2.0 TSI engines, requiring periodic intake valve cleaning.
Відомий дефект (ГРМ): Early EA888 Gen1 chain-driven 2.0 TSI engines including CBFA are documented to suffer timing chain tensioner and chain stretch issues leading to possible rattle and, in severe cases, timing slip.