Volkswagen Golf GTI Reliability Problems

Golf GTI owners have made 20 complaints over 7 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 13th in overall reliability out of 25 VW models, with real interior and hvac concerns.

The Most Common Golf GTI Problem

A list of some of the most common issues Golf GTI owners have to deal with.

  1. Front Assist Problems

    VW's collision avoidance technology is detecting objects that don't exist. When that happens it slams on the brakes and ends up putting unsuspecting occupants in harm's way. A lawsuit wants the automaker to do more than simply suggest that …

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What Golf GTI Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

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Golf GTI Generations

The Golf GTI has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 7th generation (2015–2019).

Golf GTI Key Numbers

  1. 20 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

Golf GTI Class-Action Lawsuits

The Golf GTI has been named as a class vehicle in the following lawsuits.

Recent Golf GTI News

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  1. A new class-action says VW's front assist technology applies the brakes randomly and without warning.

    Customers who complain are typically given two not-so-great options, live with it and document the malfunctions or disable the feature entirely.

    The Missouri-based class-action says that's unacceptable and wants VW to take ownership of the problem. That includes covering any related repairs or costs associated with the system malfunctioning under warranty.

    keep reading article "Volkswagen's Front-Assist Emergency Braking Can Activate For No Reason, Says Lawsuit"

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