VW Golf Pulls Right Braking — Brake Hose Collapse
Volkswagen
Golf
2009
All
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
High
Safe to Drive?
🚫 Do NOT Drive
Safety Impact
Direct safety risk — affects safe operation of the vehicle
Urgency Level
🟠 Fix Soon
Pulling to one side during braking that worsens with brake age indicates a collapsed flexible brake hose restricting fluid flow to one caliper. The hose deteriorates internally while appearing fine externally. Hose replacement costs £40-80 each; replace in axle pairs.
Repair / Solution
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