I've installed a new Mahle/Behr heater core on my MK4 Golf and it popped at the crimps after a few thousand miles. Went with an OEM Valeo after that.
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9 votes
Fcp has a mahle for 33$ thats gtg.
I've had an aftermarket (Mahle/Behr) heater cores explode on me after a year.
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The brand is registered in Germany. Official website: http://www.mahle.com/.
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Currently there are 3 reviews and 9 votes. Average rating — 2.1 out of 5. Vote balance: 3 up, 6 down.
Users also evaluated the qualities of Mahle heater core:
- Cabin heat - heater warms the cabin properly at normal engine temp - rated negatively. 1 point out of 5.
- Sweet smell - coolant odor inside hints at a leaking core - rated positively. 5 points out of 5.
- Fogged windows - windows fog easily with a damp film when the core leaks - rated positively. 5 points out of 5.
Heater core Mahle in car-specific ratings
Other car-specific ratings this part participates in:
- Mahle ranks #4 for: Volkswagen Golf .