VW Nivus Oil Pressure Warning After Mechanic Visit

Had the same symptoms on my 2018 VW T-Roc TSI. The oil pressure warning light combined with mechanical noise definitely signals a serious issue that needs immediate attention. In my case, the oil pressure sensor readings were fluctuating, initially making me think it was just a faulty sensor. However, the mechanic found metal shavings during the oil change, indicating internal wear. The oil pressure gauge test confirmed critically low pressure at idle. The root cause was a defective oil pump, which had worn components affecting proper oil circulation. This required removing the oil pan and replacing the complete oil pump assembly. Its a major repair since inadequate oil pressure can cause catastrophic engine damage if ignored. My advice: Stop driving immediately if the warning light stays on. Low oil pressure means critical engine components arent getting proper lubrication. Have it towed to a certified shop that can properly diagnose oil leakage and pressure issues. They should perform a mechanical oil pressure test rather than just relying on the electronic sensor readings. This isnt a repair you want to postpone or try saving money on, as continued driving with low oil pressure can destroy the engine completely.

Thanks for sharing your experience. Sounds really similar to what I went through with my Nivus. The oil pump replacement fixed the issue completely and I havent had any oil pressure problems since. Did you end up replacing any other components while they had the oil pan off? Just curious since sometimes these oil pressure issues can damage other parts. Also, would you mind sharing what the total repair cost was? Always helpful to know what others paid for similar engine oil system repairs.

Thanks for asking about additional repairs. During my T-Roc oil pump replacement, we only needed to focus on the pump itself. The mechanic thoroughly inspected other components while the oil pan was removed and found no additional damage, likely because I stopped driving as soon as the low oil pressure warning appeared. The total repair came to 755€, which included the new oil pump assembly, gaskets, fresh oil change with proper viscosity oil, and labor. The price was fair considering the complexity of accessing and replacing the oil pump. Most importantly, the repair completely resolved the oil pressure issues, no more warning lights or concerning engine noises. Regular oil pressure readings now show normal values across all rpm ranges, confirming the new pump is working correctly. Its been about 25000km since the repair without any oil-related problems. Getting it fixed promptly definitely prevented more extensive engine damage that could have resulted from sustained low oil pressure. The investment was worth avoiding potential catastrophic engine failure.

Just wanted to update on what happened after taking your advice. After getting my car towed to a reputable shop, their diagnostics confirmed my suspicions about the oil pump failure. The mechanic showed me the worn pump components and explained how this was causing the low oil pressure symptoms. The total repair cost came to 890€ which included a new oil pump, fresh engine oil with the correct viscosity rating, and necessary gaskets. They also inspected the engine bearings while doing the work and fortunately found no additional damage since I caught the issue early. Been about 2 months now since the repair and the engine runs perfectly, no more warning lights or concerning noises. The oil pressure readings are consistently normal now. Really glad I didnt try driving it further when those warning signs first appeared. The whole experience taught me not to ignore oil pressure warnings. Catching it early saved me from potential catastrophic engine damage that would have cost way more to fix.