I own a 2002 Golf diesel, 4dr, auto, 55k, washed daily in winter, 2x weekly rest of time, detailed 2x/yr and dealer does all recommended work.
At 50k service, and for state safety inspection at 53k, dealer found no indication of any brake issues or concerns.
At 55k brake indicator light came on. Car driven directly to dealer, who charged $600 to replace disc assembly including rotors.
Dealer says rust on inside WAS seen at 50k and 53k service visits, but no indication of brake pad wear. Dealer says a pin inside the assembly, not visible without taking the brakes apart, caused rotor damage. Dealer also indicates this is a not uncommon. Dealer says that had pads been replaced at 50k the problem would not have been discovered.
Makes me wonder what purpose of the service and check ups is. Just bad luck on my part, did dealer err and is selling me a bill of goods or what?
Any advice appreciated.