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P0106 on VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2011, 2014

What P0106 Means on Your VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

Real VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Lighting check engine . i couldn't pass inspection on my vw due to: code p0106. manifold absolute/barometric. pressure ctrl."

— 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) • Filed 08/25/2017

"I'm having issues with a p0106 code. it continuously comes off and on. i have had the manifold absolute pressure sensor replaced, i have had the intake cleaned and relatable parts. the check engine light will come on at random times, and will just go away on it's own."

— 2014 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF owner • ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 08/01/2020

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0106 on VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2014
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0106 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026