2022 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

6 recalls, 56 complaints - 267 TSBs

25V103000 Feb 19, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles. A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fe... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
8,237 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
24V480000 Jun 27, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Moto... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.
84,432 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V823000 Nov 2, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park fu... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and... Read more
2,607 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V707000 Sep 21, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.
Consequence
A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat, and increasing the risk of fire. In addition, large amounts of coolant spilling onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash to other vehicles.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q8.
8,038 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V542000 Jul 27, 2022
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Sta... Read more
Consequence
A sunroof switch that is inadvertently pressed can result in unintended auto-closure of the sunroof, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the roof module switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60F6.
2,238 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V163000 Mar 16, 2022
ENGINE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf GTI and Golf R vehicles. Certain driving situations, such as high acceleration driving maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover.
Consequence
A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the engine design cover, free of charge. Once parts become available, Volkswagen will provide a free updated engine design cover under a separate Service Action. Owner notification letters were mailed by March 29, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800... Read more
4,269 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

56 total complaints 2 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN7
UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4
AIR BAGS4
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING3
ENGINE3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM2
VISIBILITY/WIPER2
STEERING2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, a remote Over-the-Air (OTA) software update was initiated by Volkswagen. Prior to this update, the infotainment system functioned correctly (backup camera and other safety features are displayed on this screen. Immediately following the installation, the system module failed, rende... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, a remote Over-the-Air (OTA) software update was initiated by Volkswagen. Prior to this update, the infotainment system functioned correctly (backup camera and other safety features are displayed on this screen. Immediately following the installation, the system module failed, rende... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, a remote Over-the-Air (OTA) software update was initiated by Volkswagen. Prior to this update, the infotainment system functioned correctly (backup camera and other safety features are displayed on this screen. Immediately following the installation, the system module failed, rende... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 6, 2026
Travel assist, the VW system that controls Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning, is repeatedly and randomly failing on the 2022 VW GTI. This is a well-known defect readily documented on the internet, due to a faulty capacitive sensor mat inside the steering wheel. This intermittent fai... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 6, 2026
Travel assist, the VW system that controls Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning, is repeatedly and randomly failing on the 2022 VW GTI. This is a well-known defect readily documented on the internet, due to a faulty capacitive sensor mat inside the steering wheel. This intermittent fai... Read more
STRUCTURE Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the steering wheel was not operating properly. Several days later while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was play in the steering wheel. Additionally... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
Driving to work and, all of a sudden, the dashboard lights flicker and the car says the transmission has issues. The car advises us to pull over out of the highway. This was driving to work. The car completely stops working. The dealer says the transmission is dead. this is a car that is a 2019 Hond... Read more
STRUCTURE Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Rockwood Trailer. The contact stated that while attempting to extend the slide-out, the slide-out became stuck and became inoperable. The RV was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a missing Z-bracket. The contact stated that the column ... Read more
STEERING Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
OnXXX I was sold an “As is” vehicle under a Christmas special that was deemed unsafe to drive by a licensed mechanic a week later because of the rear subframe is bent from premature corrosion the dealer denied knowing anything about it but i submitted a case with FLHSMV because under the Florid... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 17, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
The rear window on my 2017 GMC Sierra shattered unexpectedly without any impact. The vehicle had been remote started in very cold weather and the rear window glass suddenly shattered while the truck was parked. There was no rock strike or external damage that would explain the failure. I later lear... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 17, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
Two years ago, we had to have the transmission rebuilt after it kept slipping. Yesterday, as I was driving on I-95, I was passing a vehicle and pressed on the gas. There was a loud crunching noise and I lost acceleration. The check engine light came on right away and I couldn’t press on the gas wi... Read more
ENGINE Mar 17, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
Two years ago, we had to have the transmission rebuilt after it kept slipping. Yesterday, as I was driving on I-95, I was passing a vehicle and pressed on the gas. There was a loud crunching noise and I lost acceleration. The check engine light came on right away and I couldn’t press on the gas wi... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Jan 6, 2026
The lane keeping assistance is not working at all. The blue cruise also stopped working and the car is was with dealer for 2 weeks and they cannot fix it.
AIR BAGS Oct 23, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2025
The contact owned a 2007 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving 40-43 MPH, a bicyclist suddenly pulled in front of the vehicle. The contact veered away from the bicyclist, causing the vehicle to crash into a utility pole. The utility pole was damaged. The air bags failed to deploy, and ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Oct 23, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2025
2020 Nissan Altima involved in a 3 car collision. Altima was rear ended by a vehicle travelling approximately 50 MPH and forced Altima to rear end the vehicle in front of it. Vehicle is a total loss. No air bags deployed.
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Oct 23, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the intended destination and parked the vehicle, but was concerned about restarting the vehicle. The contact received notifica... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 28, 2022
Control screen keeps going randomly blank, for different periods of time, putting the driver at risk, because the vehicle information, including speed, lights, wipers, basically everything is displayed in this screen. Sometimes the sentence NO SIGNAL shows up. I had experienced several scary situati... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 28, 2022
Control screen keeps going randomly blank, for different periods of time, putting the driver at risk, because the vehicle information, including speed, lights, wipers, basically everything is displayed in this screen. Sometimes the sentence NO SIGNAL shows up. I had experienced several scary situati... Read more
SUSPENSION Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 28, 2022
Power steering rack and pinion failure on 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited. Leak and Popping clunk noise when turning steering wheel . Potential for steering loss and accident.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 23, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
On [XXX], while driving on the freeway, my 2020 Hyundai Palisade suddenly malfunctioned and went up in flames without warning. My young son was in the vehicle with me. Within moments, smoke and fire spread rapidly, forcing us to stop in traffic and escape before the fire fully engulfed the car. The ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
The front lane assist camera has failed internally and now the lane assist, forward collision and adaptive cruise control no longer work. This has been a known issue and has happened to other Acura MDXs. The warning lights are now coming on saying the vehicle had a brake system error. It also states... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
The front lane assist camera has failed internally and now the lane assist, forward collision and adaptive cruise control no longer work. This has been a known issue and has happened to other Acura MDXs. The warning lights are now coming on saying the vehicle had a brake system error. It also states... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
The front lane assist camera has failed internally and now the lane assist, forward collision and adaptive cruise control no longer work. This has been a known issue and has happened to other Acura MDXs. The warning lights are now coming on saying the vehicle had a brake system error. It also states... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 10, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2025
Spare tire provided with vehicle is incorrect size causing drive train issues which can lead to vehicle locking up and or becoming inoperable.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS May 29, 2025
Incident date: May 28, 2025
VSA ABS FCW EPS warning lights, according to Honda dealership it needs a VSA ABS module, these are thousands of dollars and there’s thousands and thousands of pissed off customers. This should be warranted. It looks like honda of Europe did warranty it. I’m not sure what’s going on in honda N... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2022
Started car to leave from work and as I drove out of parking lot, every warning light came flashing on and car would not accelerate over 20mph and kept fluctuating the speed up to 20..luckily not too far from dealer and drove straight there. They say it looks like Throttle Body needs to be replaces... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 2 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure. The contact contacted the dealer; howe... Read more
ENGINE Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2022
With no warning, the engine died in my vehicle. I was in the middle of a busy intersection at red light with my children. No sensors ever indicated there was a problem. The car could not be put into neutral so it couldn’t be moved until a tow truck came.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
I own a 2019 Honda Accord purchased brand new in 2019. My family and I have been Honda owners forever. My current Honda Accord LX has 96,000 miles and recently my Emissions dashboard illuminated. I took my vehicle to Gillman Honda and to my surprise I have been advised the Turbocharger needs to be r... Read more
ENGINE Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
I own a 2019 Honda Accord purchased brand new in 2019. My family and I have been Honda owners forever. My current Honda Accord LX has 96,000 miles and recently my Emissions dashboard illuminated. I took my vehicle to Gillman Honda and to my surprise I have been advised the Turbocharger needs to be r... Read more
WHEELS Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
Bought RV new 4-27-2022, on Nov. 18, 2024 with 27,028 miles RAM dealer discovered l/rear NEXEN factory installed tire had failed due to tread separation.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Nov 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 5, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC60. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently and then stalled. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway and turned off the vehicle. While attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 5, 2024
Sunroof imploded while driving on the interstate. There were no cars around and the weather was sunny mid 80s. It sounded like an explosion with glass flying everywhere. Luckily the sunroof door was closed so glass didn’t fall on top of me. I pulled off the road immediately and no evidence of any ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 5, 2024
Ice and snow packs in the underbody of the truck. Specifically, over the exposed cable that moves a few inches to transition the truck to park (for ram trucks with rotary knob for shifter) Ice builds up on exposed cable and prevents truck from safely shifting into park causing error messages and r... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Oct 13, 2024
Incident date: Oct 11, 2024
The rear camera routine fails to activate. I wonder if this related to the trunk harness issue. I tried contact Tesla, but they want to charge for a repair.
POWER TRAIN Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 25, 2024
We were driving my Ford Mach E when the vehicle disengaged the accelerator pedal and accelerated forward in which we had no control of. Pressing the break would cause the vehicle to accelerate faster almost causing multiple accidents at a high rate of speed. Multiple sensor malfunction even after ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 25, 2024
We were driving my Ford Mach E when the vehicle disengaged the accelerator pedal and accelerated forward in which we had no control of. Pressing the break would cause the vehicle to accelerate faster almost causing multiple accidents at a high rate of speed. Multiple sensor malfunction even after ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 25, 2024
The grid warning light is coming on and telling me to stop the car. When this occurs the car will lose power and the brakes will start making a grinding noise. My safety was at risk when I was driving on [XXX], Chula Vista, California by Southwestern Community College approaching behind cars at a ... Read more
AIR BAGS Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 24, 2024
When the seat moves forward I get a warning about the restraint error and turn the airbag off. When I slide the seat back the error goes away.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 24, 2024
Manufacturer Recall Number: 66B NHTSA Recall Number: 24V-436 The above recall has been active without remedy since 13-June-2024. The manufacturer has failed to release a fix in a timely manner and this is negatively affecting my business as my vehicle cannot be used for my business purposes with op... Read more
STEERING Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 24, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front end of the vehicle was violently shaking, making the vehicle difficult to control. There was no warning illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE Sep 19, 2024
Incident date: Sep 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the hatchback ajar message was displayed. The contact attempted to raise the liftgate; however, the liftgate failed to raise up. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stat... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 25, 2024
Incident date: Jul 28, 2024
The infotainment screen on my 2024 santa fe hybrid started flickering around 3k miles and right now at around 4.5k miles, 95% of the times it stays dark and unresponsive, 5% of the time it comes on but constantly flickers and only works the other 5%. We have no way to monitor reverse camera and for... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 13, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
Over a period of a week started to smell fuel in the cabin area. I took the vehicle to my mechanics as the closest Audi dealer in 1hr 15mins away on I-10 in mobile Alabama and I did not want to risk the drive. It turns out that the q7 has a recall for 20Z8 which is the fuel pump flange, since the me... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 6, 2024
Incident date: Aug 5, 2024
The turn signal buttons on the steering wheel stick at random. It is extremely dangerous and doesn’t allow for communicating to other drivers when needing to quickly turn or merge. You also have to feel around for these buttons as they’re very small and are not user friendly. You often need to t... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Aug 6, 2024
Incident date: Aug 5, 2024
While driving at low speed through neighborhood streets, the front sunroof exploded out of nowhere. Safety was put at risk because of tempered glass falling on driver and passengers. Luckily the shade was closed. Has not yet been inspected by anyone. No warnings of the failure. Kia said they would n... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 6, 2024
Incident date: Aug 5, 2024
While driving at low speed through neighborhood streets, the front sunroof exploded out of nowhere. Safety was put at risk because of tempered glass falling on driver and passengers. Luckily the shade was closed. Has not yet been inspected by anyone. No warnings of the failure. Kia said they would n... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2024
At a stop, in electric mode, truck will lunge forward as if you were rear ended. Most of the time, transmission failure will occur after some time due to this lunging forward, and it has happened to many truck owners. Electric auxiliary transmission pump tends to be the cause .
AIR BAGS Jun 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2024
Def
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2024
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 24.0 34.0 28.0 Regular $2,200
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM7) (Front-Wheel Drive) 25.0 34.0 28.0 Regular $2,200

CO2 Emissions: 319.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

267 manufacturer communications from 191 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING31
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL27
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER26
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL12
350000 EQUIPMENT10
160000 STRUCTURE10
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE9
V4823012070207_7 Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
V171905201285571 Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
Dealer 34N4_REV1 Apr 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
Circ_34N4_REV1 Apr 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
V8724012073173_1 Mar 18, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Various Issues with heated steering wheel
V8724012073173_1 Mar 18, 2024
010000 STEERING
Various Issues with heated steering wheel
V871808204903921 Mar 11, 2024
138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S. Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.
V871808204903921 Mar 11, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S. Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.
TT 01 19 05_6 Feb 22, 2024
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Engine Crank, No Start or No -J623- ECM Communication with DTC U0100 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
V171901201285570 Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V5719022055190_5 Feb 19, 2024
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Remote Key testing & replacement.
V5719022055190_5 Feb 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Remote Key testing & replacement.
V9423012069487_5 Feb 12, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp: Rubber lip-seal (between headlight and fender) loose
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
138410 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR:CLUTCH
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 91 24 01 Jan 11, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
V691901201047916 Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V4521012062957-4 Dec 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
To ensure that the customer is familiar with the various Driver Assist systems and the system limitations via the owners manual and videos available at knowyourvw.com.
V4521012062957-4 Dec 18, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
To ensure that the customer is familiar with the various Driver Assist systems and the system limitations via the owners manual and videos available at knowyourvw.com.
V4521012062957-4 Dec 18, 2023
118100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:CONTROL MODULE
To ensure that the customer is familiar with the various Driver Assist systems and the system limitations via the owners manual and videos available at knowyourvw.com.
V001901204059013 Dec 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Paint inspection during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V871810204370421 Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
Dealer 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Bull 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Bull 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Dealer 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
V4823012070207_6 Oct 30, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various driver assist features do not work or are able to be switched on.
V4823012070207_6 Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Various driver assist features do not work or are able to be switched on.
V171901201285567 Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
Bulletin 24IM Oct 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
The error detection of a stuck open secondary air valve is deficient above an altitude of 6560 ft. (2000m).
Dealer 24IM Oct 23, 2023
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
The error detection of a stuck open secondary air valve is deficient above an altitude of 6560 ft. (2000m).
V9123042071790_1 Oct 18, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
MIB infotainment system recovery for unresponsive condition.
SM 50-2023 Oct 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
V9423012069487_4 Oct 17, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
V9423012069487_4 Oct 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
Bulletin 57J3 Oct 12, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Bulletin 57J3 Oct 12, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Dealer 57J3 Oct 11, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Dealer 57J3 Oct 11, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Circular 34N4 Oct 5, 2023
114800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
Dealer 34N4 Oct 4, 2023
114800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
V171905201285566 Sep 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V4823012070207_5 Sep 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Travel Assist Not Available. TB updated to correct metadata PR Codes
V271901201189425 Sep 7, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
V871808204903919 Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine
V0018092053065_4 Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
V171901201285565 Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V4823012070020_3 Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
V4823012070020_3 Aug 14, 2023
010000 STEERING
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
TT 001601_6 Aug 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V271503201607612 Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
V4622022067177_2 Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake repair or replacement instruction.
V171901201285564 Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
VOS-23-21 Jun 30, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS program for specific cars.
V271901201189424 Jun 28, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V2719012011894_2 Jun 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V011812201460319 Jun 27, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
V171803203720116 Jun 26, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
V371802203397511 Jun 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V001713203384619 Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V0116132033805_8 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
VCarNetCE Jun 13, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Notifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software update
V171901201285562 May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V9723012070504_1 May 30, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management update for Vehicle Electrical System Control Module that may stay in bus silence (sleep) during very hot/summer outside temperatures.
V9723012070504_1 May 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Version Management update for Vehicle Electrical System Control Module that may stay in bus silence (sleep) during very hot/summer outside temperatures.
V0123042069630_2 May 24, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update programming in ECM for erroneous fault codes.
V191701202254810 May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
V482301_2070207 May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Various driver assist systems do not work or cannot be switched on due to software related deviation in steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-
TT 27 20 02_3 May 4, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
VIN4APIN20230504 May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/

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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 (current) 6 56
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 0 12 View
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

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ATLAS 101 2,700 View
TIGUAN 78 3,173 View
ATLAS CROSS SPORT 73 701 View