1998 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
0 recalls, 12 complaints - 64 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
2 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Sep 17, 2005
Incident date: Sep 15, 2005
I WAS DRIVING AT NIGHT, IN THE RAIN, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON. I ALSO NOTICED THAT MY WIPERS AND MY FAN ALSO STOPPED WORKING. I TURNED OFF THE IGNITION AND TURNED THE CAR BACK ON AGAIN, ALL WAS FINE FOR ABOUT 10 SEC., THEN IT WENT... Read more
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Oct 21, 2004
Incident date: Oct 20, 2004
SIDE AIRBAG (PASSENGER) DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT WITH A POTHOLE WITH THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL
1 injured
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
May 14, 2003
Incident date: May 13, 2003
1998 VOLKSWAGEN GTI VR6. ELECTRIC WINDOW REGULATOR FAILURE. SAW THIS SITE ON WWW.VWVORTEX.COM. *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 1, 2003
THE ENGINE STALLED WHEN THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 1, 2003
THE ENGINE STALLED WHEN THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN. *JB
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Feb 21, 2003
Incident date: May 21, 2002
1998 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI ROLLED INTO A DITCH OFF 101 NEAR GILROY. THREE DAYS PRIOR IT HAD HAD SERVICED ENTIRELY BY MICHAEL'S AUTO BODY IN DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE. WITH REPAIRS TOTALLING $2000. THESE REPAIRS WERE SUPPOSEDLY MERELY "WEAR AND TEAR" FROM A TOWING BY THE SJPD. THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND TH... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Feb 21, 2003
Incident date: May 21, 2002
1998 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI ROLLED INTO A DITCH OFF 101 NEAR GILROY. THREE DAYS PRIOR IT HAD HAD SERVICED ENTIRELY BY MICHAEL'S AUTO BODY IN DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE. WITH REPAIRS TOTALLING $2000. THESE REPAIRS WERE SUPPOSEDLY MERELY "WEAR AND TEAR" FROM A TOWING BY THE SJPD. THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND TH... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Feb 23, 2001
Incident date: Feb 22, 2001
VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING. JUST BEFORE VEHICLE STALLED ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND DIED SEVERAL TIMES PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 23, 2001
Incident date: Feb 22, 2001
VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING. JUST BEFORE VEHICLE STALLED ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND DIED SEVERAL TIMES PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Sep 21, 1999
Incident date: Jan 1, 1999
DOOR PANELS CAME OFF. *YC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Jun 20, 1999
ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WHEN THE CAR WAS STARTED AND NEVER WENT *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Aug 23, 1998
Incident date: Jul 25, 1998
ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED. NOT SURE IF ABS IS WORKING DURING THIS TIME.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
64 manufacturer communications from 43 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 12 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
V171901201285534
May 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V941901201152115
Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
SM 33-2019
Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
V171901-2012855
Mar 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
V271901-2011894
Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V941901-2011521
Feb 18, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
TT001703
Nov 10, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
TT 200901
Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11
Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
1-2017 Update
Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479
Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
V871622 2019947
Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
TT 97-12-02
Sep 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
Airbag
Jan 22, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues.
Elsa 6-29-15
Jun 29, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
VW Elsa Newsletter
271402
Dec 3, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
871409
Sep 24, 2014
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
TB171404
Sep 2, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
941403
Jun 4, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Edition86
May 19, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
VW Elsa Newsletter
TT240801
May 9, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
TT240801
May 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
TB001404
Apr 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
941402
Mar 6, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
PDI - GOLF GTI T
Feb 11, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf/GTI Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections:
TB001403
Jan 27, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TB001403
Jan 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
PDI - GOLF GTI T
Jul 17, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purch
PDI - GOLF GTI T
Jun 13, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purcha
941401
Feb 14, 2011
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
010702
Jan 11, 2007
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
DTC'S P1297 (17705) OR P1557 (17965) STORED IN DTC MEMORY. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY INTAKE HOSES LEAKING (DURING BOOST CONDITIONS) DUE TO INCORRECT TORQUE ON CLAMPS OR IMPROPER PLACEMENT, WORN OR TORN INTAKE HOSES. *KB
0101
Jun 12, 2001
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT
9801
Aug 21, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT ON RADIO REMOTE CONTROL LOCKING SYSTEM. *YC
9801
Jun 26, 1998
136100 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
CONDITION WITH REAR WIPER FUNCTIONS ONLY WHEN WIPER WASHER SWITCH IS CONTINUALLY PUSHED. *YC
60 9704
Nov 14, 1997
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO POWER SUNROOF CONVENIENCE CLOSE FEATURE, FUNCTION CHANGE. *AK
57 9706
Nov 4, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
PROGRAMMING/REPROGRAMMING ON REMOTE LOCKING/ALARM SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS. *YC
VOLKSWAGEN GTI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GTI across all model years (1985, 2025).
83
Total Recalls
1,949
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
67
Reported Crashes
26
Reported Fires
7
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN GTI - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 40 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 11 | View |
| 2022 | 6 | 56 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 10 | View |
| 2019 | 4 | 288 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 21 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 57 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 84 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 123 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 42 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 52 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 65 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 68 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 295 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 76 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 102 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 57 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 13 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 72 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 141 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 97 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 58 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 11 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 0 | 12 | |
| 1997 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 28 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1986 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 1985 | 2 | 3 | View |