VW Caddy Shock Absorber Failure, Fix Guide & Tips

Having seen similar suspension issues on my 2017 VW Golf, I can share some relevant experience as a car enthusiast with moderate technical knowledge. The vehicle suspension symptoms you describe match what I encountered. My car also showed warning lights and the suspension tuning became erratic. The car damping system stopped working correctly, making every small bump feel much worse than usual. After diagnostic testing, the workshop found a damaged wiring harness connector to the damper control module. The cable connection had deteriorated over time, causing intermittent failures in the suspension system. Total repair cost was 95€, which covered replacing the connector and recalibrating the system. This fixed the issue completely and restored proper suspension function. However, to provide more specific advice for your case, could you share: Which engine variant your Caddy has, The exact error codes shown, Whether the suspension failure occurred suddenly or gradually, If you notice any unusual noises when driving over bumps These details would help determine if your suspension issue stems from the same root cause or requires different attention.

Last service was at 72000km and everything was fine with the suspension system back then. A detailed scan revealed error code 01130 which points to a faulty control module rather than mechanical suspension components. The workshop quoted 780€ for replacing the module plus labor, which seems quite steep compared to your repair cost. Good to know the wiring harness could be the culprit, will have them check the connections first since the vehicle suspension symptoms are nearly identical. The damping control issues started gradually over 2-3 weeks before the warning light appeared.

Thanks for providing those additional details about your Caddy. When I compare your situation to what I experienced with my Golf, the gradual onset of suspension failure does sound very similar. However, the error code you mentioned points to a different root cause than my wiring harness issue. Based on my repair experience, error code 01130 typically indicates control module communication problems. While my repair was cheaper because it only needed connector replacement, a faulty module is unfortunately more complex. The 780€ quote aligns with typical module replacement costs I researched when troubleshooting my own suspension tuning problems. Before committing to the full module replacement, request they: 1. Check all wiring connections thoroughly 2. Test the module ground connections 3. Verify if a module reset resolves the ride comfort issues My suspension issues also developed gradually, but since your error code is different, pushing for component replacement might be the right call despite the higher cost. The deteriorating ride quality you describe will likely continue getting worse without proper repair. Would you mind sharing the specific behavior of your warning light, is it constant or intermittent? This could help confirm if we really are dealing with a complete suspension control module failure.

Since you asked about the warning light, it flashes intermittently, usually when going over larger bumps. The wiring inspection suggestion is valuable since it could save hundreds in unnecessary repairs. After reading about similar car damping issues online, I will have them do a full diagnostic check of the connections before replacing any expensive parts. The suspension behavior does match what others described with faulty modules, but I want to be certain. Will update the thread once they complete the inspection and identify whether its just connections or if I really need a new control module. The shock absorber system might just need a proper reset and recalibration if we are lucky. Thanks for sharing your experience, helped me understand the issue much better.