2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

2 recalls — 40 complaints — 64 TSBs

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.

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.

Complaint Statistics

40 total complaints 3 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	6
SERVICE BRAKES	5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	5
ENGINE	4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	3
VISIBILITY/WIPER	2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS	2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING	2
STEERING	2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL	1

Incident date: Apr 13, 2026

The "Hill Start Assist" function does not behave as-stated in the owner's manual and I believe the way it's implemented is a potential safety issue. The manual states: "To start driving, take your foot off the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal immediately. The brakes will release graduall... Read more

Incident date: Oct 10, 2023

The component that is failing is the infotainment center. Cruise control fails. Yes available for inspection. The safety of my car is compromised and puts myself and others at risk. The backup camera fails - the infotainment center is glitchy, the infotainment center will disconnect from phone calls... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Oct 10, 2023

Crash

Incident date: Mar 22, 2026

I am reporting a recurring safety-related malfunction involving the backup camera, proximity sensors, and infotainment system on my 2024 Volkswagen GTI. These components are still installed on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. I purchased the vehicle on August 5, 2024, from Kin... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2024

My car had been parked while I was at work. I was the only person there. I got in the driver's side seat and put my purse in the passenger seat. I heard a lost pop and the back glass exploded in the hatch.

Incident date: Apr 8, 2024

I believe the malfunction exists within the car's electronic system. The vehicle could potentially be up for inspection. When the issue I am describing occurs, it prevents the user from being able to use the backup camera, change the climate controls, and utilize the rear traffic alert and the par... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2024

Incident date: Nov 28, 2025

We recently bought Tesla Model Y. Last week of October 2025. Last week we had visited our friend who lives in Pineville. Less than a mile from our place. We were at his place for an hour, as we decided to leave and as we put the car in park to drive we get a warning that “steering assist is not a... Read more

Incident date: Nov 28, 2025

Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced it 0-70 mph. The flash... Read more

Incident date: Oct 25, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle was idling roughly, and the RPM fluctuated between 500 and 1,000 RPM while idling. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the fuel economy had decreased to 13 miles per gallon.... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

On October 16, 2025 my car lost ability to accelerate while driving on highway. Just as the car was losing motive power the engine light came on. Car was then towed to a mechanic. After looking at the car the mechanic reported that the engine had seized and I would need a new engine. The mechani... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

On Wednesday October 15th, 2025 something occurred either via an update or on the back-end of VW's connected services platforms that started causing infotainment system crashes on various VW-brand vehicles across the United States. At this time, 3 days later, the infotainment system will boot up, fr... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

Incident date: Jun 28, 2025

Bought a 2019 Ford F150 with 32,000 miles. A year later, I noticed a rattling sound coming from engine. Dealership said I had very little oil. No leaks anywhere. Dealership said I had started an oil consumption test at 10,000 miles. I informed Dealership I did not own car at those miles. Went to Dea... Read more

Incident date: May 10, 2025

AC BLOWER STOPPED FUNCTIONING

Incident date: May 4, 2025

I was traveling in heavy traffic on [XXX] I was coming to a stop light so I tapped the brakes nothing there I had a choice hit the guy in front of me or go to the driveway to the right and I chose the driveway on the yard hit the e brake to prevent going into the building…the dealer Sanderson for... Read more

Incident date: Apr 26, 2025

While driving on the highway warning lights for ABS, Check Engine, traction control and towing disabled came on. Also, the truck was limited to a speed of 62 mph. When attempting to apply the brakes the peddle went to the floor and the truck was extremely hard to stop. Power brakes were gone and ma... Read more

Incident date: Mar 18, 2025

The contact owns a 2009 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the rear tailgate unintentionally opened. The contact stated that once the failure had occurred, the contact closed the rear tailgate, and the rear tailgate was inoperable and failed to open. No warnin... Read more

Incident date: Feb 14, 2025

RECALLS 24V865000 24V623000 24V499000 24V466000 i NEED TO PAY FOR RECALL WATERPUMP REPLACMENT , SOFTWARE UPDATE 2.2 AND DOOR HANDLE CHECK UP

Incident date: Feb 14, 2025

RECALLS 24V865000 24V623000 24V499000 24V466000 i NEED TO PAY FOR RECALL WATERPUMP REPLACMENT , SOFTWARE UPDATE 2.2 AND DOOR HANDLE CHECK UP

Incident date: Feb 14, 2025

Incident date: Jan 10, 2025

FUALTY DRIVE SHAFT PROBLEM

Incident date: Jan 9, 2025

We received an alert/warning that is nearly constantly beeping and servicing the trailer brake system. We have never used the wiring or towed anything, and the trailer brake system is unused. The beeping is near constant, even after we “dismiss” the alert and is very distracting when driving.

Incident date: Dec 1, 2024

"Front left side market light defective" - When the vehicle turns on and the lights activate the side marker lights do not illuminate. There was a recall for this model and year but doesn't include my VIN#. This is happening to MANY 2017 Q7 models. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2024

Incident date: Jul 1, 2024

Came to a stop at an intersection on a busy highway, went to accelerate and turn left when the transmission locked without warning. Vehicle would not shift into gear.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2024

My transmission started to make whining noise took to the dealer to check they confirmed it was a transmission issue that it needed to be replaced. After doing some digging I came across a toyota service bulitin that claimed this issue only affected a batch of vehicles. ( T-SB-0008-21 ) I have searc... Read more

Incident date: Sep 12, 2024

Was driving in the car for a while and the dashboard just turned off. Could not see speed or any other safety controls.

Incident date: Sep 12, 2024

Was driving in the car for a while and the dashboard just turned off. Could not see speed or any other safety controls.

Incident date: Dec 5, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that when the parking brake was released, the vehicle jerked. The contact stated when the accelerator pedal was depre... Read more

Incident date: Dec 5, 2024

Incident date: Nov 17, 2024

After a collision the screen flashed "Air bags deployed". The car then turned on the hazards, called 911 then vented the windows. The issue is the air bags did not deploy at all. I suffered a concussion and whiplash due to the accident. No warning lamps or messages ever appeared before while drivin... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Mar 13, 2024

Since purchasing this vehicle new, I've had several occasions (not on just the most recent date noted in this case) where the car will issue a false Pre-collision Alert and apply the brakes for about 1 second while using the Adaptive Cruise Control. However, this happens while me and the drivers ar... Read more

Incident date: Oct 17, 2024

Recall 24V-104 was issue in February 2024 and no remedy is available as of October 2024

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

Engine stalled while on the road with no warning lights. Seized and doesn’t start. Hyundai said that that it was engine neglect because of sludge yet we consistently got the oil change.

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

The entire car is infested with Mold due to a prior evaporator leak that was improperly installed prior to my purchase of the vehicle. The dealership Lighthouse Point Kia in Pompano, Florida, refusing to fix the car issues.

Incident date: Jul 29, 2024

2021 Subaru Outback Limited | ~13000 miles | Component: Battery | Car suddenly stopped and ALL warning lights started flashing at a busy traffic signal, while I was waiting to take a left turn (lucky to have escaped safely from that situation). I had to turn the car off and restart it. 2 days late... Read more

Incident date: Apr 2, 2024

See attached document for complaint

Incident date: Mar 9, 2024

Many grievances that are not addressed by the company: Brakes sometimes cause the car to "jump" forward and glide forward a couple of feet. If someone cuts you off and you have to quickly brake, the car may "jump" forward and get into an accident. The car has evidence of water build up somewhere ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 3, 2024

Coming to a stop and breaks go to floor u will freak out this happens in 2 different times

EPA Fuel Economy — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive)	24.0	33.0	27.0	Regular	$2,500
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	23.0	34.0	27.0	Regular	$2,500

CO2 Emissions: 323.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

64 manufacturer communications from 47 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
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	9
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	7
030000 BRAKES (PWS)	3
350000 EQUIPMENT	3
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY	2
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	2

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Contamination within Intake Runner Control Valve (N316)

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

Contamination within Intake Runner Control Valve (N316)

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW Engine oil quality standards

350000 EQUIPMENT

Volkswagen is providing an owner's manual supplement that describes a revision in the Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load chapter in certain 2023-2024 model year owner's manuals. Affected owners will receive a copy of t

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S. Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

VW Engine oil quality standards

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Headlamp: Rubber lip-seal (between headlight and fender) loose

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW Engine oil quality standards

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VW Engine oil quality standards

138410 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR:CLUTCH

A/C Compressor leak diagnosis

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

A/C Compressor leak diagnosis

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Paint inspection during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VW Engine oil quality standards

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW Engine oil quality standards

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

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VW Engine oil quality standards

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW Engine oil quality standards

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake repair or replacement instruction.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

How to handle Brake noise or Pulsation during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline fuel additive

102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.

061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.

160000 STRUCTURE

Handling instruction for accessory pack components during perfect delivery inspection (PDI).

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.

112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Generator Replacement

140000 AIR BAGS

VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.

150000 SEAT BELTS

VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)

VOLKSWAGEN GTI — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GTI across all model years (1985–2025).

83 Total Recalls

1,934 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

66 Reported Crashes

23 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 (current)	2	40
2023	5	11	View
2022	6	47	View
2021	1	6	View
2020	3	10	View
2019	4	287	View
2018	3	21	View
2017	2	54	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

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
JETTA	249	14,075	View
GOLF	190	2,084	View
PASSAT	185	10,492	View
BEETLE	157	3,629	View
ID.4	115	1,606	View
ATLAS	101	2,700	View
TIGUAN	78	3,173	View
ATLAS CROSS SPORT	73	701	View

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2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

EPA Fuel Economy — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Technical Service Bulletins — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Most Affected Components

VOLKSWAGEN GTI — All Years Overview

VOLKSWAGEN GTI — Year by Year

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models