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2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI repairs by problem area
Engine (45%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 376 repairs.
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (46%)
Chart based on 203 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
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| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States Jun 2013 - Feb 2014 | |||
| Dec 201326000 mi | The drivers seat back heating element failed. A new seat cover and element was ordered. drivers seat back heating element failed. Seat cover with element was ordered, installed and repair as successful. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Jan 2014 - Feb 2014 | |||
| Jan 201424000 mi | Stuck direct injection fuel injector flooded engine with fuel. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in South Africa Mar 2012 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Sep 201218600 mi | Replaced a leaking valve on the vacuum system used for Turbocharger control. The leaking valve caused the car to ping under heavy acceleration. | ||
| Feb 201322196 mi | Dismantled complete supercharger-turbocharger complex & reassembled without finding fault. ECU firmware updated & problem improved | ||
| Mar 201324180 mi | Severe loss of power on change over between supercharger and turbocharger | ||
| Apr 201324580 mi | On switch over from the supercharger to the turbocharger the engine would exhibit a severe loss of power. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Zealand Oct 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Dec 201540300 mi$300 | Failed coil pack replaced | ||
| Oct 201775640 mi$1750 | Intake manifold flapper motor failure, intake manifold replaced and valve carbon cleaning carried out. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| May 20123000 mi | HPFP failed. Car randomly died. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 20126000 mi | Car infotainment unit malfunctioned. Key fob remote range very poor | ||
| Aug 20127500 mi | Key fob wireless range very poor. | ||
| Jun 201848000 miUS $170 | AC not as cold as when new. System was recharged. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States Jul 2011 - May 2016 | |||
| Oct 20112000 mi | Rear window washer nozzle dribbles water onto rear window under hard acceleration. | ||
| Jun 201210000 mi | Rear window washer dribbling | ||
| Sep 201213000 mi | Interior trunk trim loose as a result of July 1 repair of rear window washer. | ||
| Nov 201325000 mi | Replaced failed (leaking) water pump. | ||
| Jul 201433200 mi | Fixed headliner rattle | ||
| Aug 201543700 mi | Leaking water pump replaced - recall | ||
| Sep 201545000 mi | High pressure fuel pump failed | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2020 | |||
| Jun 201210000 mi | Installed check valve in rear window washer system to prevent hot weather from causing washer fluid to leak onto rear window / hatch / bumper. Installed "clip" on wastegate actuator rod to eliminate rattle that could be heard between ~ 2k and 3.5k RPM. Adjusted "striker" on driver's side read door, as door did not close in an acceptable manner prior to adjustment. | ||
| Apr 201537200 mi | Replaced intake manifold under warranty after check engine light came on. Dealer noted "intake valves have excessive carbon on them", but would not clean them unless I agreed to pay for this this. I refused, as I see this as a VW issue. | ||
| Dec 201546000 mi | Update to ECM software to fix discovered (by VW) issue with low pressure fuel pump duty cycle. Also includes extension of high pressure fuel pump warranty to 100k miles. | ||
| Jun 201652000 miUS $1900 | soda blast cleaning of intake valve carbon buildup. fixed misfire at cold startup. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Dec 201225000 mi | Intake Manifold i nternal flaps broke. Common issue with VW GTI. Intake manifold was replaced free of charge. Vehicle is under warranty. | ||
| Dec 201686125 miUS $1000 | Got the intake manifold replaced on the car. Fortunately the malfunction was under an extended warranty and didnt cost anything. But if i had to pay for it out of pocket the price would be 1000-1500 dollars. Cleaned the intake manifold from carbon and oil deposits. When intake was replaced was informed that there was excess carbon deposit in the intake manifold. Cleaning would of cost 1000 dollars if my brother who is a mechanic would not of helped me do the cleaning. He is a mechanic and cleaned the intake manifold and the car is now working like new. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Apr 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jul 20129300 mi | A/C line between compressor and condenser was leaking | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States May 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201321300 mi | Nav system went blank and started flashing. Replaced with new Nav/Audio system. Fixed after two attempts. | ||
| Mar 201427000 mi | Bluetooth module failed and was replaced. | ||
| May 201429000 mi | Water leaked into rear passenger tail light. | ||
| Dec 201438000 miUS $205 | Car was found completely dead. Jump started car, brought to Dealer. Dead battery - replaced with OEM battery. | ||
| May 201539000 mi | Water leaked into rear passenger tail light. Fixed this issue once and it has reoccurred. new tail light will be installed at Manufacturer's expense. | ||
| Jun 201649000 miUS $250 | Radiator cracked | ||
| Oct 201651200 miUS $50 | Passenger tail light socket corroded and failed. | ||
| Mar 201753500 miUS $150 | The other tail light filled with water and shorted out. Had to replace the full tail light assembly including outer housing and socket. | ||
| Aug 202180000 miUS $5000 | Engine replacement. Slipped timing chain | ||
| Jun 202285000 mi | Intake rail failed. This was covered as part of VW agreement with government. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jul 20116000 mi | iPod issue when sold, was going to bring it up at first service. Dealer said it was a hardware issue with the cable. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Apr 201350000 miUS $12 | Mass Airflow sensor throw check engine light needed to be cleaned | ||
| Jun 201479000 miUS $600 | Waterpump fail | ||
| Sep 201485000 miUS $115 | plastic intake manifold | ||
| Jan 2015US $600 | actually my second waterpump/thermostat replacement within the year. TBS on the part, finally got a revised part. intake manifold, flap actuator | ||
| Apr 201597000 miUS $200 | 2 piece throwout bearing failed, known issue and there is a single piece revised part available. dealer would not pay. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2013 - May 2018 | |||
| Apr 201436300 mi | intake manifold needed to be replaced, valves had carbon build up so that was not covered under warr. and elected to have that cleaned. | ||
| Feb 201781000 mi | Cyl. 4 misfiring. Injector replaced under warranty extended due to common problem. Also replaced ignition coil. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alberta, Canada Jul 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 201537200 miC $500 | Clutch was making squeel whine when engadged and cold, was slipping warm or cold. Dealer identified the problem as a defective clutch, had the dealer replace the throw out bearing as well. | ||
| Oct 201855180 miC $100 | Oil filler cap failure, dirt entering through oil filler hole. | ||
| Aug 202160760 miC $3000 | Throw out bearing failed for a second time under 100,000 kms (~60,000 miles) first failure happened at 60,000kms Rear main seal failed. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States Feb 2018 - Mar 2020 | |||
| Jun 201877000 miUS $320 | Battery light was coming on intermittently when less than 3000rpm. Battery then lost charge while driving and the car started shutting down systems (abs/tc and power steering). Diagnosed with multimeter, bought a remanufactured alternator and installed in about 2 hours including trips to the store and diagnosis. Replaced front pads and flush/bleed. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201895000 miUS $1500 | Timing chain tensioner failure | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2016 - May 2017 | |||
| Jul 201629340 miC $290 | Rear left door latch mechanism failed (door wouldn't lock) | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201434000 miUS $50 | Coil pack failure. This is the second coil pack to go. Dealer said once the first goes, the rest usually follow within 12-18 months. | ||
| May 201537100 miUS $50 | Coil packs | ||
| May 201645400 miUS $4000 | Cam tension tightener skipped a gear, required tearing down engine to replace a small part. Labor was $2000. | ||
| Mar 201853000 miUS $500 | Carbon build-up on intake valves | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States Sep 2013 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Oct 201317500 mi | Water pump leaking coolant. Replaced water pump. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States Apr 2014 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Dec 201561000 miUS $100 | failed pressure diverter valve replaced and chain case gasket replaced (oil leak detected) | ||
| Jul 201667000 miUS $130 | check engine light on due to low turbo boost pressure; turbocharger needs to br replaced | ||
| Oct 201668700 mi | turbo charger replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Hawaii, United States Feb 2014 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Aug 201422000 miUS $50 | A/C was not blowing cold. System was at about 1/2 spec. Recharged under warranty with $50 deductible | ||
| Aug 201527300 mi | Metallic Rubbing noise when engaging clutch | ||
| Mar 201735000 miUS $2100 | Repaired Metalic Creacking noise in Clutch by replacing clutch with aftermarket kit | ||
| Jul 201839000 miUS $1150 | Replaced Oil separator components to stop leak. Repair unsuccessful. Returned to shop and repaired by replacing drain bolt. Repaired drooping headliner Headliner Drooping, repaired | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jul 201331800 mi | Cruise control stops working sometimes, dealer replacing cruise control stalk. | ||
| Oct 201336500 mi | Sunroof wouldn't close all the way. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Minnesota, United States Apr 2011 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Oct 201371500 miUS $910 | Intake manifold failed causing lack of vacuum. Intake manifold was replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Sep 201231000 mi | insulation pad under hood had come loose. It was replaced with one that fit better. (part had been ordered previously) | ||
| Dec 201235000 mi | switch falsely indicating an open hood affecting windshield wiper operation. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Feb 20113000 mi | Low Oil pressure light came on while sitting in traffic. Oil level was low. Light did not come on again. Dealer called VW Tech line and recommended replacing Instrument cluster. Parts ordered Instrument cluster replaced. | ||
| Jun 201110000 mi | reverberation Noise from Front Passenger door when stereo is on. Dealer added felt kit to stop noise. Noise, then shortly occurred again | ||
| Dec 201117000 mi | Trim on passenger door was rattling when stereo was played. Corrected | ||
| Nov 201347300 mi | Symptom was low coolant. Found bad water pump. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Feb 20112000 mi | Alarm intermittently going off when ignition key removed. Also rear wiper arm not flush with window. Module and arm replaced under warranty. | ||
| May 20112300 mi | Car alarm intermittently goes off when ignition key removed. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maine, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Dec 201240000 mi | Water pump leaked and replaced under warranty | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Jan 2011 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Oct 201118700 mi | Rattle coming from front passenger door. Tech found connector loose and re-attached plastic retaining clip | ||
| May 201228000 mi | Radiator developed small pinhole leak, radiator replaced under warranty Radiator developed small pinhole leak, radiator replaced under warranty | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Sep 201770000 miUS $1000 | Water pump replacement | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Minnesota, United States Mar 2016 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Mar 201639000 miUS $1200 | Replaced two oxygen sensors and a high pressure fuel line. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States May 2011 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Jul 20111500 mi | The engine intermittently sputtered and check engine light would appear, the disappear upon restart of engine. Many faults appears during code read including low voltage indicator. Battery cable found loose. Reset of codes. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Apr 2012 - May 2017 | |||
| Sep 20129000 mi | driver's door was rattling. inside the door they found a loose or missing screw. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Dec 201676260 mi | Intake manifold runner position sensor error. Replaced intake manifold and #3 fuel injector. | ||
| Oct 201786800 miC $575 | Grinding from front wheel bearings. Front wheel bearings replaced. | ||
| Mar 2021119660 miC $2000 | Rust damage to springs, front struts. front/rear springs replaced, front struts replaced two doors, rocker panel, front fenders replaced due to rust | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Nov 201546000 mi | Camshaft failure coolant pump leak Sensor housing cracked, causing coolant to leak. Replaced and system recharged | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Apr 201226000 miUS $250 | Undertray ripped off during snow storm. Replaced pieces out of warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201328000 mi | When I picked the car up from a warranty maintenance service, there was an indicator light that a light was out, but no one there could find it. I returned the car a week later so they could work on it and they finally replaced a light | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Feb 2016 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jul 201690900 miC $1010 | Air intake manifold died. Also had the engine decarbbed at the same time (I was over due for this one). | ||
| Apr 201796720 miC $800 | Had misfires, replaced spark plugs. Calipers seized, wearing down the rear brakes too early. Replaced brakes, and maintenance done on the calipers. This is a recurring problem, I might start having the brakes sand blasted once or twice per year to keep in good condition. Rear hatch lock and lock motor broke, so the hatch wouldn't close. Both were replaced | ||
| May 201797960 miC $1500 | Fuel injector died. So I asked to replace all of them while they were opening the engine up. For some reason my injectors had double seals on them. This may have caused the early failure. Water leaked into the rear hatch (possibly from the spray nozzle) and rusted out cables. Half the lights in the rear hatch were dead until the wires were replaced. | ||
| Jul 2022136400 miC $150 | window up/down buttons needed to be replaced on the driver's door | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Feb 201210200 mi | One backlight LED on gauge cluster was intermittently failing. Car was diagnosed by dealership in Dec 2011, part was installed Feb 2012. | ||
| Dec 201222320 mi | Sunroof had been making windnoise since new. Until now dealership refused to even look at the issue. Escalated to management, adjustment was made. Minor improvement was attained. Car still has the noisiest sunroof I have ever had. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Mar 2012 - Oct 2019 | |||
| Jan 2014US $114 | OEM Varta battery was killed off by harsh northeast winter. Replaced with AutoCraft GOLD from AAP. | ||
| Sep 201428000 mi | Timing chain tensioner bracket broke causing timing issue & misfiring on all cylinders | ||
| Jan 201625700 mi | Replaced intake manifold. Was setting off CEL. No driveability issues. VW extended warranty to 10 years/120,000 miles on this part. | ||
| Oct 201645000 miUS $57 | Parking brake sticking on drivers side. Tech readjusted and lubed caliper to allow e-brake to engage properly. | ||
| Sep 201747000 miUS $120 | Parking brake cable connection at hand brake lever came lose. | ||
| Mar 201851000 miUS $120 | Replaced parking brake cable drivers side | ||
| Apr 201852000 miUS $72 | Replaced rear pads and discs | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oregon, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 201111200 mi | Drivers door creaked when opening, hinge replaced under warranty. | ||
| Apr 201218000 mi | Cracked bezel around light switch, to be repaired at next service | ||
| Jun 201220000 mi | Dealer updated transmission software, no issues noticed. | ||
| Aug 201224000 mi | Headlight switch replacement from cracked bezel. | ||
| Jan 201419200 miUS $203 | 4 coil packs replaced. | ||
| Mar 201558000 miUS $50 | Check engine light came on, indicating a problem with the cooling system. Initial estimate for thermostat repair was $500. System was leaking at water pump, making repairs warranty-eligible. Woohoo! | ||
| Apr 201669500 miUS $200 | Intake manifold replaced under warranty and valves cleaned at the same time. | ||
| Jun 201779000 miUS $900 | I brought my car in to have the timing chain tensioner replaced, as failure can result in bent valves and a destroyed head. The tensioner was replaced, but the car was returned with a chain rattle and oil leak. Returned to have that rectified, car returned but timing chain was thrown within 10 miles, resulting in bent valves and a destroyed head. Dealer admitted fault and replaced head and camshaft. It took them another three weeks to resolve the resulting oil leak. Car was returned, leak was finally fixed and all is well-fingers crossed! | ||
| May 2022119000 miUS $500 | Diagnosis of cold misfire. Shop reported no issue. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2018 | |||
| May 201575600 miUS $275 | Water pump leak found, replaced water pump. Misfires on cylinders 2 & 3, injectors replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada Mar 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 201758280 miC $485 | Engine began misfiring. Check engine and EPC indicator lights came on. Fuel injectors replaced in cylinders 1,2, and 3 and ignition coil in cylinder 3. Intake manifold ports were also cleaned. Injectors were covered under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Dec 2010 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 201445500 miUS $350 | Check Engine light on with code P0299 (Underboost). Problem was Overrun Cutout valve (also called Diverter valve) rubber diaphragm ripped causing boost leak. Shop replaced part with new design part that does not use a rubber diaphragm. | ||
| Sep 201448000 mi | Replaced turbo under warranty as a preventive maintenance item due to wast-gate issue (rattling) | ||
| Dec 201455000 mi | Car had a code for bad thermostat and temp gauge was moving funny. Brought car in and they replaced integrated water pump/thermostat under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Nov 201690000 miUS $850 | Carbon buildup on intake valves caused a misfire code. The valves were cleaned by the dealer. A rusty exhaust system clamp was replaced. | ||
| Apr 2017100000 miUS $300 | Windshield and rear hatch window washer systems developed leaks and required repair, along with routine maintenance. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Hawaii, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Mar 20115000 mi | Light on radio went out and dealer replaced under warranty. | ||
| Aug 201344000 mi | Change water pump due to leaking coolant. Car randomly dies and cannot restart. | ||
| Jun 201456000 mi | Coolant leaking, change water pump under warranty due to less than year since last replacement. Water pump and gaskets replaced | ||
| Dec 201459000 mi | The random dying, trouble restarting was never fixed. They could not duplicate problem. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Jun 2021 - Sep 2024 | |||
| Dec 2023219000 miUS $3000 | Car went into EPC mode (limp mode), ran rough, smelled of gas. Shop determined that an injector had failed open. Had them replace all 4 injectors. Also replaced Intake and did a valve carbon cleaning. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Kansas, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2012 | |||
| May 20113000 mi | Replaced the sunglass holder which began to fall open. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Aug 2016104300 miUS $640 | Injector on cylinder 2 failed. Replaced all 4 as a precaution since these injectors are not known to be reliable. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States Jul 2013 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Feb 201328000 mi | Faulty fuel pump had to be replaced | ||
| Aug 201333500 mi | Leak Detector broken left front main headlight fuse blown | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2014 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Sep 201553000 mi | Intake manifold replaced | ||
| May 201767000 mi | Rear wheel bearing | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Arizona, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Sep 201332000 mi | Water Pump | ||
| Nov 201444700 mi | Water pump failed for the second time. | ||
| Jun 202165000 miUS $75 | New ignition coils installed myself after getting stage 1 tune from certified APR dealer. Took 10 minutes, been good since. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States Jul 2014 - Feb 2019 | |||
| Dec 201763000 miUS $800 | During 60k maintenance evidence of oil leaking was found so repair was performed | ||
| Sep 201875000 miUS $80 | Oil Change and code read. Car is indicating misfires on cylinders 3 and 4. Spark plugs were replaced at 60k service so this is likely due to known carbon build up issue with direct injection engine. This was a diagnostic only, no action taken at this time. | ||
| Nov 201877000 miUS $2000 | Carbon buildup. Required manual cleaning. Also replaced tires. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Minnesota, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jul 201329200 mi | Leaking rear window sprayer. | ||
| Sep 201330000 mi | Rear window sprayer was leaking | ||
| Jan 2014 | Replaced trim piece on driver rear door | ||
| Sep 201556000 mi | The timing belt tensioner was defective causing the timing chain to rattle. The clip and chain where replaced under warranty. Window switch no working properly. Rear Window washer sprayer leaking. Solved problem for about a week. Sprayer has started to leak again after use. | ||
| Jun 201666000 mi | The problem of the leaky rear window washer was never remedied and VW had no fix for the problem. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alberta, Canada Nov 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Oct 20123100 miC $2000 | Radio would intermittently cut out; replaced radio multiple times; ended up taking dash apart and fixing loose wiring | ||
| Oct 201419420 mi | Light for gear shift was out; couldn't see what gear I was in during the night | ||
| Dec 201420460 mi | ABS control module had to be replaced. ABS light would go off | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Jan 2011 - Feb 2014 | |||
| Apr 20113000 mi | The windshield wipers were very noisy. Dealer installed a grommet that was missing from time of manufacture. "Low oil pressure. Do not exceed 4000 RPM" was displayed on dashboard. Dealer could not replicate the problem but changed the oil filter. Dealer speculated that the valve in the oil filter was faulty. | ||
| Nov 201228000 mi | Popping noise was heard during spirited turns. Dealer replaced the sub frame bolts. | ||
| Apr 201333500 mi | Blower fan was noisy. It was replaced. Interior door handle would not snap back to its return position after opening the door. Interior door panel and handle was replaced. Popping sound was heard during spirited turns. Subframe bolts were tightened. The problem is temporarily resolved but VW needs to release a TSB to permanently resolve the issue. One key fob failed to function. Fob was replaced and second fob was reprogrammed. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2014 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Nov 201444000 mi | Engine had hard start. Inter cooler filled with water. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Aug 201440000 mi | Bad fuel injector | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Mar 201225000 miUS $20 | The shield that protects the bottom of the engine fell off while driving at low speeds. Presumably, the tech failed to replace the 9 screws that hold it into place during the last visit to the dealer for maintenance and recall repair. | ||
| May 201339800 miUS $735 | Car would not start when it was hot. Check Engine light and ECP error all illuminated. Problem solved by replacing ECM and exhaust flap. Covered under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201344000 miUS $50 | Window glass became disconnected from the mechanism that pushes it up and down the frame | ||
| Nov 201346700 mi | Battery was too weak to start the car. Failure was in battery, not the charging system. | ||
| Aug 201565000 mi | Emissions light illuminated. Exhaust flap failed; replaced under the extended warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Idaho, United States May 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| May 201793000 miUS $100 | AC needed recharged | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Aug 2017 | |||
| Jan 201221780 mi | Diagnose and replace intercooler with redesigned cold weather model. Currently condensed water pools in intake, leading to MIL and limp mode. Parts on order; should arrive in 5-6 weeks. | ||
| Dec 201216120 mi | Intercooler replaced with a cold weather model incorporating a bypass to prevent ice buildup under near-freezing conditions. | ||
| Feb 201317220 mi | Factory block heater socket retention system failed. Socket pulled out of fog light housing and hung there by the cord. Fog light housing replaced. Two trips because they ordered the wrong part the first time. | ||
| Apr 201425100 mi | Hinge on centre armrest between the two front seats stuck in the upright position in very cold weather. I forced it down and something went snap. Dealer is treating it as a warranty repair, no cost, but he had to order parts so 2 trips. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Saskatchewan, Canada Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jan 202286180 miC $400 | Rear sway bars and shocks changed | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada Mar 2011 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Dec 201121080 mi | Hard start and loss of power due to intercooler icing. Wanted to apply VW TSB for issue, dealer refused, "unable to reproduce" (problem arises under very specific conditions) | ||
| Feb 201227280 mi | Hard starts when cold due to intercooler icing/water ingestion from melted ice. Well-documented problem with Mk VI TDIs | ||
| May 201233460 mi | Previous Feb. repair was incorrectly done. Dealer forgot to clip rad hose in place. Fan sectioned rad hose, car lost its coolant. Car had to be towed. dealer paid for repairs. | ||
| Nov 201245580 miC $300 | During routine service inspection, it was discovered that a suspension arm (rear) had been bent by a previous tow due to the tow operator using suspension rather than tow hook. | ||
| Jun 201357040 miC $1900 | Car would occasionally lose power at approx. 3000 rpm during vigorous acceleration. High-pressure fuel pump not performing to spec. HPFP replaced. Not covered by powertrain warranty. Complained, VW paying 2/3 of cost Seized left rear brake caliper. | ||
| Aug 201360420 mi | Car occasionally and suddenly loses all power at 3000 rpm during acceleration. Car still in the shop, VW unable to diagnose issue (HPFP changed in June for same issue-repair unsuccessful). VW HQ involved; 3d attempt to solve issue. | ||
| Dec 201365100 mi | Hard start in near freezing conditions, power loss. Dealer found intercooler hose choked with ice. TSB already carried out did not cure problem. Removed air intake duct to draw intake aire from engine compartment instead of outside. | ||
| Feb 201468200 mi | Exhaust flap failed, check engine light on. Fixed under VW TSB and extended warranty for the part | ||
| Jun 201471920 miC $1285 | ABS sensor connecter broken Stripped bolt and bolt hole on hub. | ||
| Mar 201580600 miC $390 | Noisy wheel bearing. Left rear wheel bearing found worn and was replaced. | ||
| Aug 201584320 mi | Left front coil spring broke. Right front coil spring broke 3 weeks after left front coil spring did the same thing. Not repaired, car traded in. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Aug 201440900 miUS $150 | Battery died at 40,000 miles. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jul 201558300 mi | Compressor was replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Colorado, United States Apr 2011 - May 2014 | |||
| Oct 201115000 mi | DSG Mechatronics Unit Died | ||
| Sep 201232000 mi | Leaking rear window washer | ||
| Feb 201457000 mi | Dead turbocharger Dead intermediary fuel pump. Dealer initially denied that this was due to recent turbo repair. Complained to VW and they split cost 75/25 with dealer. I think a fuel line fused together due to incorrect reinstallation causing the fuel pump to fail. | ||
| May 201457000 mi | Leaking rear window washer never fixed. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Aug 201224700 mi | Battery replaced to suspected "dead cell". When brought to dealership it failed their load test. Was replaced under warranty. | ||
| Mar 201333000 mi | Rear swaybar endlinks were "clunking" when driving over bumps. I opted to replace them, dealer wouldn't cover the parts since they weren't technically damaged. | ||
| May 201334000 mi | Leaking seal on one of the AC lines. Line was replaced and AC was recharged. Couldn't do a true test of the AC because the ambient outside temperatures were only in the high 60s. They also installed a new pollen filter and disinfected the ventilation | ||
| Jun 201334000 mi | A/C Condenser was replaced due to factory defect. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Nov 201336700 mi | DSG clutchpacks needed to be replaced. Dealer attempted to charge me for the repair (nearly $2500) parts + labor for replacement telling me that it was a wearable item. After complaining directly to VWOA it was covered under B2B warranty. | ||
| May 201555000 miUS $1500 | AFS system in drivers side light failed. Required replacement of HID light housing (complete) + AFS controller | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jun 201670000 miUS $110 | No AC. Compressor is malfunctioning and needs to be repaired. | ||
| Jul 201670500 miUS $900 | AC compressor was not engaging. Required a replacement of the compressor along with condenser and receiver drier | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jun 201110000 mi | The RT FT door was misaligned causing wind noise and visible. Noticed it about 3 days after delivery. Told dealer I would like it fixed at 1st service (10K) and it was--no problem now. I'd consider it minor, but, a warranty's a warranty. Will report once part arrives. This is a washer-fluid leak from the rear (the 3rd brake light needs to be replaced). Dealer tech verified and ordered. I gather it is a common problem for the car. | ||
| Sep 201116000 mi | They changed out the unit, but the new one leaks, too. Said they'd 'find a fix' for it. DSG transmission giving 'false neutrals'--i.e., indicator says it's in 3rd gear but engine just revs when you step on the accelerator. They ordered a new mechatronics unit, which hasn't arrived yet. | ||
| Nov 201119000 mi | First they ordered a new mechatronics unit; problem came back quickly. Then, they did the reflash/recall; so far, so good--haven't had the false neutral since. Rear wiper/washer leaked; they replaced unit, still had problem. On visit where they fixed the DSG issue, they fixed this as well. | ||
| Aug 201234300 mi | Took it in for its 30K maintenance and reported high-pitched screech at ~60mph+. They heard it and couldn't isolate it; needed it for a day. They took 2 days to fix, but it seems good. Rt Ft door not closing flush. Was repaired before (2011) under warranty. Dealer insist it was caused by my hitting a road hazard, but the door was coming loose before then. NOT FIXED | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Dec 201212000 mi | Reverse light replaced. | ||
| May 201314400 miUS $50 | Tail light went out. I have now had to change two different bulbs in 2 years. Not a big deal, but on my other car haven't changed any in 7. Annoying time wise, about 45 minutes. | ||
| Jan 201514200 miUS $400 | glow plug died, after only 24K miles. Since I was passed the 3 year warranty limit, I had to pay 100% out of pocket. | ||
| Jan 201626000 miUS $582 | Sensor needed to be replaced. Pretty expensive, for my taste. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - May 2015 | |||
| Jul 201448000 miUS $100 | Information Menu control button on steering wheel stopped operating correctly. Problem was physical (mechanical) with the button, not electronic. Defective button and module replaced under extended warranty. $100 deductible | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oregon, United States Dec 2012 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Feb 201436100 miUS $145 | Check engine light came on and exhaust gas temperature sensor #3 gave erratic signal and needed replacing. Not covered under warranty because more than three years since purchase ;may dispute. Update: dealer later refunded $460 labor charge. | ||
| May 201549300 mi | Red'd notice form VoA re: ECM software update. Real improvement and no charge! | ||
| Dec 201557000 miUS $316 | ECU light diagnosed as throttle valve electrical connectors; ECU came on 3 weeks later and advised throttle valve needed replacing. VW picked up 50%; remainder covered by good will package. | ||
| Jul 201782000 miUS $300 | MIL tripped, codes p0181 and p0183 for fuel temp sensor, wiring damaged | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada Aug 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Mar 20116820 mi | Coolant reservoir sensor replacement Coolant reservoir sensor replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Jan 201646000 miUS $650 | Bad Glow Plug | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jul 20116000 mi | one touch up window fuction not working, window would go half way up then all the way down. Hold button to bring window back to closed position audio function not working properly after disconnecting bluetooth phone call. New problem developed shortly there after head unit interface not working with connected iPod/iPhone | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Mar 201312000 mi | Rear O2 Sensor needed to be replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States Jul 2011 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Mar 20125000 mi | Car dead. Installed new battery. | ||
| Jul 201315300 mi | Air condition check due to chlorine smell | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States Sep 2012 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Aug 201444000 mi | AC taking very long time to cool. Dealer replaced compressor. Dealer worked with Vw to cover the cost. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Mar 201220000 mi | 1) driver seat cover was replaced 2) shift lever cover plate was replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Sep 201235000 mi | Bluetooth module stopped working and the Battery died a week later. Dealership ordered a new BT module and installed a loaner battery. Bluetooth started working on its own after a week. | ||
| Nov 201237300 miUS $120 | Dealer replaced Bluetooth module under warranty. Re-tested the original battery, but it wouldn't hold charge. Paid for a new battery as it was out of warranty (2y/24k). | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alberta, Canada Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 2010310 mi | Could not get any warm air from extermal air, recirculation only. The external air intake duct was covered with a plug instead of a grate, installed incorrectly during vehicle assembly. this was replaced with correct part. | ||
| Mar 20115952 mi | Replaced front control arm bushings for creaking noise over suspension travel. Had a very strong draft under steering column, at highway speeds and with recirculation going this was extremely cold. A firewall port was not installed during assembly. Heater blower motor making high pitched squeal at -10C and below, it was replaced Had a very strong draft under steering column, at highway speeds and with recirculation going this was extremely cold. A firewall port was not installed during assembly. Heater blower motor making high pitched squeal at -10C and below, it was replaced Replaced front control arm bushings for creaking noise over suspension travel. | ||
| Jun 20115952 mi | Transmission has major defect, unable to decide which gear it wants to be in on light throttle in stop-and-go traffic/low speeds. Slams into gear or no gear at all/delayed response. Put up with it for week, then returned to dealer for full-value trade. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Oct 2017 - May 2020 | |||
| Oct 201770500 miUS $900 | Assistant fuel pump went out. | ||
| Nov 201771000 miUS $500 | Battery dead for 3rd time. | ||
| Dec 201772000 miUS $1900 | Power steering rack was making a click noise fwhen accelerating from a stop. The rack was bad. It was replaced. The car had not been wrecked, so I am not sure what caused this. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Apr 201240000 mi | Driver's side seat cover cloth fraying. Dealer replaced under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Massachusetts, United States May 2011 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jan 201418300 miUS $100 | Steering wheel paddles fail to work intermittently | ||
| May 201455000 mi | Exhaust actuator valve stuck open | ||
| Jan 201549000 mi | I never had the the paddles fixed. The problem was so infrequent (every 4 weeks or so) and the cost so high ($750) that it just wasn't worth it. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 105hp 1.2L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Czech Republic Jan 2014 - May 2017 | |||
| Dec 201530380 mi$1000 | Timing belts stretched and had to be replaced | ||
| May 201746500 mi$20 | Engine light kept coming on and ESP kept malfunctioning. Required cleaning and reset of sensors. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Jul 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201536000 miUS $960 | Front passenger power window motor | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Apr 201310000 mi | One part of emission system was replaced after warning light appeared. Didn't hinder car's performance. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States May 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jun 20118000 mi | Bad tire pressure sensor. Replaced | ||
| Jul 201575500 miUS $289 | Intermittent ac malfuction | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in North Carolina, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| May 201211700 mi | Replaced defective fuel pressure regulator valve. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Feb 20112000 mi | Slight buzzing noise in dash bezel. | ||
| Mar 20114000 mi | Rear arm rest hard to pull down. TSB detailed replacement hinge in some models. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Feb 201325040 mi | Sunroof would not work - needed to be reset. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada Sep 2014 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Jul 201530980 miC $250 | I had to change a beering | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Chile Oct 2011 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Oct 201212800 mi | Defective engine mounts had to be replaced after a recall was issued by the manufacturer. Slight noise now gone. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Great Britain Jun 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jun 201415000 mi | heat shield loose | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Michigan, United States Jan 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
| May 201557000 mi | Rattling noise coming from turbo wastegate under acceleration. TSB for the problem was available. A clip was installed that fixed rattling noise. | ||
| Oct 201558800 mi | Leak developed at the water pump. Replaced water pump, all o-rings on pipes. Recall on item pending, will get reimbursed when issued. | ||
| Mar 201775000 mi | Also addressed small coolant leak at lower hose. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Apr 201542000 mi | Ignition cool went out Driver window switch is broken | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Jul 2012 - Mar 2020 | |||
| Nov 201740000 miUS $700 | Water pump was leaking and got replaced with a new one | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States Nov 2014 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Dec 201471000 miUS $595 | Oil leak around lower timing chain cover. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alberta, Canada Aug 2010 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Nov 201341200 miC $600 | slight stumble noticed in idle. Flushed fuel system and replaced spark plugs. | ||
| Feb 201657200 miC $150 | Had slight misfire at high idle, replaced spark plugs and coils. Improved situation but not a complete solution. Only a problem in cold weather, so song it less with the warm weather. | ||
| Feb 202080600 mi | Intake manifold actuator arm failed. New manifold installed covered under warranty, known issue of the engine. Cleaned intake carbon at the same time. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Dec 201587000 mi | Recall issue. Intake problem. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Nov 201235000 mi | Window regulator in passenger side was replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States May 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 201326000 mi | HVAC Fan would only blow on high(setting 4), dealer replaced "fuse" | ||
| Sep 201330000 mi | A/C would not blow cold air, needed recharge even though it is a closed system. | ||
| Jun 201440000 mi | A/C was no longer blowing cold air, leak found in gasket on compressor. | ||
| Dec 201449000 miUS $50 | Coil pack failed causing engine misfire in one cylinder. Replaced faulty coil pack and normal operation resumed. | ||
| May 201670300 miUS $2100 | Replaced clutch and flywheel after the clutch lining wore out. | ||
| Aug 201672900 mi | Intake manifold replaced under warranty after causing CEL | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201110000 mi | Wastegate rattle | ||
| Jul 201224500 mi | Misfire cylinder 4 Steering wheel leather peeling, probably damaged during dealer prep | ||
| Jun 201337000 mi | AC was not cold. Condenser replaced. Window made a noise when going up/down Window regulator replaced | ||
| Jan 201419800 miUS $140 | Engine misfire. Coil pack replaced | ||
| Feb 201566000 miUS $1103 | Check engine light. Low high side fuel pressure sensor. Timing tensioner known to fail. Replace with updated version. | ||
| Mar 201566000 miUS $6300 | Oil pick up clogged. Engine needed replaced. All regular maintenance followed to a T prior to failure. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2011 - May 2014 | |||
| Mar 20112000 mi | Radio display stopped working for a few minutes. | ||
| Jun 20113000 mi | Radio replaced as display would not show when hot outside. | ||
| Mar 201210000 mi | Creaking noise from rear of doors | ||
| Mar 201318000 mi | Aux input not working. Needed new iPod cable. Doors once again squeak. Needed relived. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Arizona, United States Nov 2010 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Jan 201126500 mi | Engine rattle which has no fix as of yet per Volkswagen North Scottsdale (TSB 211001). "Silenced by more than 50%" but is still present. | ||
| Sep 20117000 mi | Engine vibration/rattle when accelerating between 2,000-3,000 RPM. VW released a TSB over the summer of 2011 to attach a small metal clip onto an engine component. The rattle/vibration is nearly gone, just barley audible now. | ||
| Nov 201441000 miUS $85 | Radiator failed and leaked coolant | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Sep 20113000 mi | TPMS error. Check pressure warning would not go away, even after adding more air. Reset by dealership. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Apr 201220000 mi | Window switch on drivers side stopped working when trying to roll down passenger window. | ||
| May 201453000 mi | CEL came on and code P2015 was pulled. Intake Manifold Runner Flap was stuck in the open position. VWoA extended the warranty to 10yr/120k miles to cover this defect. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oregon, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Mar 201216000 mi | CEL came on. Took car to dealer. Faulty part related to turbo intercooler was fixed. Loose passenger door was also fixed. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alaska, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Jun 201220000 mi | Intake manifold flaps were broken, resulting in illuminated check engine light, replaced entire intake manifold. Blower motor bearings were bad, resulting in sqeaking noises when cold. Replaced blower motor. Passenger side door creaking at low speeds, i.e. taking off from light, driving over speed bumps. Replaced passenger side B pillar trim and clips. Wastegate rattle at low revs under load (heavy throttle). Replaced wastegate actuator rod clips per TSB. | ||
| Aug 201222700 mi | Main intake hose came off on road trip; dealer had not properly reinstalled hose/clamp when they replaced intake manifold at previous visit. No turbo boost, unable to continue trip. | ||
| May 201334000 mi | HVAC airflow direction control not responding to input. Replaced entire "heater box" and servo motors, which were on back order. Required removal and reinstall of entire dashboard. | ||
| May 201561000 mi | Check engine light came on, scanned and pulled code P2015 - Intake manifold flaps. Dealer replaced intake manifold at no cost under VW's extended warranty (10yrs/120k miles) for this part. Second time it's been replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Feb 201311600 mi | Engine leaking coolant, filled it leaks out every month | ||
| May 201316600 mi | Erroneous alerts reported to check tire pressure etc | ||
| Nov 201323000 mi | Engine was leaking coolant badly. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States Feb 2011 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Jul 201218500 mi | The vibration that comes from the turbo when accelerating thru 2K rpm's needed the clip installed. Done by the dealer at no charge, fixed the vibration noise. I noticed it, read about other cars having it on the web, asked dealer and they knew of the TSB. | ||
| Oct 201332000 mi | The water pump was found to be bad. My temp light indicated the coolant might be low and I should check the maintanance hand book. After looking I noticed all of the coolant was gone from the resaviour so I called the dealer right away. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Jun 2013 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Oct 201322300 mi | Passenger side window was making a grinding/ screetching sound when being rolled up from the being rolled down. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Jun 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Oct 201346000 miUS $250 | Pressure plate has been broken since approx. 10k miles. Replaced along wit clutch assembly by VW after long battle with warranty people Doors misaligned Driver side pass. window switch fail | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Jul 2011 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Mar 201321000 mi | Coolant was low, dealer found the cooling system seals leaked. Replaced seals and water pump. | ||
| Sep 201448000 mi | Seals in engine degraded and coolant suddenly leaked out. Water pump and seals were replaced under warranty. | ||
| Mar 201553000 mi | Intake manifold replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Iowa, United States Feb 2014 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Feb 201764000 mi | Took car in to get CEL diagnosed. There was a fuel rail problem with intake manifold. (Car drivability remained unchanged). Replaced free of charge. This is a well known problem that has warranty extended to cover it out to 100k miles. | ||
| May 201768000 miUS $250 | HID headlamp needed replacement | ||
| Sep 202095000 miUS $7000 | Connecting rod endcap disintegration | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Michigan, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Feb 20125000 mi | Replace metallic trim on shifter due to surface peeling | ||
| Dec 201214000 mi | Rear pillar trim came loose and was replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States Feb 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Sep 201221000 mi | Leaking rear window washer nozzle. Motor was reinstalled and lines checked for blockages. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Dec 201218000 mi | WATER PUMP WAS LEAKING. DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE ASSY. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Iowa, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201539500 miUS $500 | Car started surging and losing power while driving. Wouldn't restart. Dealer replaced the in tank fuel pump & seal. | ||
| Jan 201874850 mi | Carbon cleaning of engine intake, replaced fuel injectors Mechanic found a code showing an intermittent misfire in cylinder 4. Car misfires when started from cold and then the misfire goes away. Mechanic said it could be fixed with a carbon cleaning but wasn't urgent so I will fix it soon. | ||
| Nov 2021104000 miUS $100 | Carbon cleaning, engine misfired and ran rough before it was done. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States Sep 2012 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Oct 20128200 mi | wind noise coming from right B-pillar small water leak coming from left A-pillar front passenger's safety belt buckle rattle | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Louisiana, United States Apr 2015 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Feb 201792000 mi | Problem was diagnosed by dealer as likely being water in a vacuum line that, in unseasonably cold temperatures, froze and prevented delivery of fuel to the engine. The next day the weather was warmer and the car started and ran fine. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States Apr 2013 - May 2013 | |||
| May 201331111 mi | Right after 30,000 miles check-up, check engine light came on, dealer replaced glow plug. Problem was considered fixed by dealer. Within days of previous repair, CEL came on again. Dealer replaced glow plug wiring harness. Problem considered fixed by dealer. 4th Time back to fix CEL. Replaced ECM (computer), Diesel Particulate Filter (2nd time, 1st time was at 14,500 miles approx) and Valve flap as part as a recall or tech bulletin. Est. parts and labor to date is just shy of price of car. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Jan 201246000 mi | 2. Radio replacement (data was not updating) 3. TPMS repair (light would not go out after reset, software needed to be updated). | ||
| Apr 201226000 mi | TPMS sensor would not shut off. Something needed to be replaced. Something happened to the front passenger seat-back. It is damaged and needs to be replaced. | ||
| May 201352000 mi | The TPMS sensor would not go off. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Mar 2012 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Jul 201343300 miUS $100 | Diagnostic light called for error. Fixed by dealer | ||
| Oct 201345700 miUS $50 | Oxygen sensor replaced | ||
| Aug 201455500 miUS $50 | Replace right rear bearing | ||
| Feb 201560000 mi | left rear wheel bearing | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Kentucky, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Jan 201567000 mi | High Pressure Fuel System (HPFS) failure. Was covered by VW out of warranty, but normally is approximately $4,000 Replaced water pump due to slow leak. $318.00 | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Mar 2017 - May 2024 | |||
| Feb 201845260 miC $400 | Front wheel bearings | ||
| May 202488040 miC $300 | parking brake not working, parts replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Colorado, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Mar 201525000 mi | Hose came loose, Dealer hooked hose back up, engine light returned to normal. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Apr 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Nov 201512300 miUS $130 | heat/AC blower relay. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States Apr 2015 - Oct 2015 | |||
| May 201556000 miUS $220 | Leaking rear shock absorber. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada Nov 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Mar 201494240 miC $600 | replace catalyst sensor | ||
| Feb 2016130200 miC $1500 | Replace both front axles due to wear. Fixing vibration cause by axles. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Iowa, United States Apr 2012 - Mar 2022 | |||
| Jul 20126000 mi | The rear washer nozzle was leaking onto the rear window when not in use. | ||
| May 201537000 miUS $50 | Front marker light on the driver's side started to come off the bumper. Body shop applied glue to the bracket that holds the light properly in place. | ||
| Jan 201758503 miUS $270 | Replaced windshield, cracked across top. Caused by rock hitting the top edge of the windshield on the drivers side. Crack immediately spread almost to the rear view mirror mount. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States Apr 2017 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 201776183 miUS $53 | Replaced front brake pads to eliminate squealing noise. | ||
| Sep 201782000 miUS $680 | Rear wheel bearing wore out and destroyed speed sensor, triggering ABS, tire pressure, ESP and airbag lights. Check engine light came on, code indicated idle speed problem. | ||
| Apr 201887500 miUS $780 | Horn didn't work, was replaced along with fuse and relay Vacuum pump | ||
| Aug 201890000 miUS $840 | Left rear wheel bearing and tone wheel deteriorated and damaged ABS speed sensor, so both needed to be replaced. A nearly identical thing happened on the right rear 10 months before. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States Feb 2018 - May 2021 | |||
| Mar 201880500 miUS $150 | Washer fluid pump had died and was replaced. | ||
2010.5 Volkswagen Golf 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf in Great Britain Oct 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Mar 201224000 mi | Car was not charging and battery light was on, called recovery who repaired the fault, it was down to a poor connection in the fusebox during manufacture. | ||
| Apr 201224300 mi£750 | AC had failed due to a damaged ACC condenser as it was hit by a stone. | ||
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