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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (4%)

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (84%)

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Chart based on 37 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

63698 mi

C $290
Replaced the battery 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD

21000 mi The rearview camera was stuck in its operating position out from under the VW emblem/hatch release. It was determined that fuse #18 had blown, and replacing it fixed the problem. 
3000 mi Radio station randomly reset when car was off 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

31000 mi

US $150
The front sensor to alert the driver that a collision is eminent stopped working. It used to make a buzzer go off and the steering wheel to give a hepatic shake. They said it was caused by a pothole and not covered. Since it cost almost $1000 to fix it, I decided to leave it as is. 
30000 mi

US $50
Back up camera turns off when backing up. 
70000 mi

US $1000
The alternator went dead on the highway. This was unpleasant. 
13000 mi Fixed skunky A/C smell. Condenser cleaner and mildew inhibitor spray and new filter about $45 total online and 20 minutes.  
1000 mi A/C compressor dead at 1k miles, replaced under warranty. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

22700 mi Audio systems likes to reset the FM radio station to 87.7 regardless of the selected station that is playing, after car is turned off and started back up again. Tech did not know how to fix the issue. 
32000 mi Continuing problem with radio resetting to 87.7, followed by a blank display in the drivers information center where the speedometer and tach are. Went to a different dealer who found a software update was needed. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

1000 mi Battery lost charge, triggered traction & tire pressure lights. Dealer reset system. Problem has not reappeared. 
5500 mi Random error messages on display, dealer said battery was abnormally low. Recharged battery. Problem ended up reoccurring later. 
16000 mi HVAC system is making very loud ticking noises on startup for 10-15 seconds. Dealer tore apart whole dash and replaced three motors. Warranty claim. Unsure of cost if it had been out of warranty. 
10000 mi AC did not work. Seems like sth was leaking. 
18600 mi Door vent on the climate control system wouldn't close properly. Produced loud, intermittent clicking noises from the dash. 
33480 mi Auto dimming high beams failed - replaced under warranty 
2000 mi TPMS warning lights. Persists. I've been there three times for this, and the light returns each time after about a week. Dealer says no leaks. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

3500 mi Error light for headlights. Turned out to be a loose connection cable. 
21000 mi Upon start up of the car the AC made a noise every time it started or every time the auto mode kicked on to keep the temp cool. Took to the dealership and it was the actuator flap. Part was ordered and fixed. 
41000 mi

US $190
Replaced battery 
6500 mi radio software flash- radio would not remain on last station listened once shut off 
29000 mi No heat for several days, brought to dealer and problem could not be replicated 
15000 mi A motor moving a vane behind the passenger side vent made a clicking noise, replaced under warranty. 
5000 mi The fitting for a license plate light began to fail. Replaced under warranty. While there they did a software update and took care of the fuel rail recall. 
39000 mi The car has an intermittent AC issue. On cold mornings the Heater will blow very cold air, even as the temp gauge moves abnormally quickly up to normal temp. It feels as if the AC is on, although no indicator light comes on. Manually tuning the AC on and then off seems to reset the system at which point the heater air begins to warm and the temp gauge falss back to where it would normally have been and then registers a more typical increase. The dealer kept the car for a long weekend but was unable to replicate the problem. It happened again over the Winter but mot since the weather got warmer. 
11000 mi Fan switch behind glove box making loud noise. Replaced at no cost. Dealer commented that the part was a high failure rate item. 
13000 mi Replaced window switch unit on drivers side as it had failed. 
15000 mi AC blower intermittently stopped working. Dealer replaced refrigerant. No leaks found. 
5000 mi Accent lighting in passenger door was not connected at wire harness. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

2480 mi Loose Antenna connection for Satellite Radio.Tightened 
16740 mi remote control dysfunction (batteries lasted a few days ): new remote control under warrenty. 
29000 mi Fan motor cleaned due to build of rust that was causing a squeaking sound when A/C was on and braking 
7500 mi Clicking noise when turning on recirculation of a/c, replaced the recirc flap motor 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

55800 mi

C $350
Replaced defective HVAC blower 
15500 mi Antenna assembly on the roof came loose. It was fixed under warranty. It required removing the headliner, which made the repair longer. I was given a rental, but I only needed it overnight, because my car was ready the following day. 
5580 mi Compressor failure. Ordered compressor; vehicle returned in meantime. 
6200 mi Compressor failure. Compressor, drier, and associated parts replaced. 
2960 mi AC compressor was changed 
5980 mi driver seat heating element 
26040 mi Secondary horn for the alarm and locking confirmation sound went bad and was replaced under warranty 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

20000 mi Unable to set dashboard clock to correct date/time. A new "module" that controls the clock as well as the radio, navigation, phone, park pilot ( don't know what else) was installed under warranty. This TDI is a repaired vehicle that was brought into compliance with emission regulations. 
14860 mi Infotainment system quit working entirely 
20000 mi One key fob was no longer recognized by car, resulting in a no-start condition with "demobilizer activated". Dealer redid the programming. 
30500 mi Motor control for vents 
17240 mi The system to turn the vanity light on/off shorted on the passenger side so the sun visor needed to be replaced. Light did not turn off. 
23560 mi The auto highbeam assistant module stopped working. They replaced the module, no longer getting the error but it still doesn't work need to take it back. Update: They didn’t secure the wire connection.  
33480 mi spring in steering wheel that was part of the air bag broke causing the airbag light to turn on, on the dash 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

3000 mi Got flashing glow-plug light again, but turns out there was a brake light switch that was not fully connected, throwing the warning. One brake light was working intermittently, especially in warmer weather. 
7000 mi Keyless entry (Kessy) system not always sensing key when in a pocket or bag. Dealer replaced antenna for the system, but the repair didn't fix the problem. Will address again at car's next service. 
11900 mi Same issue as before. Kessy system was not working with the rear hatch some time. 
4920 mi Software issue - radio would not hold station - went to a frequency that was white noise. 
10100 mi Fuel gauge quit working 
12000 mi Recirculation motor was defective. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

115-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

5000 mi heat issue 
12000 mi A/C stopped working. A/C pressure switch replaced. 
22000 mi Reported problem with in-vehicle infotainment system. Original visit, replaced infotainment system. Infotainment system worse than before. Second trip, fixed. Finish repairs for infotainment system. 
8000 mi the car's vehicle health system was reporting a problem with the car's brake booster; VW dealer checked with VW HQ and simply reset the error as it was a false code and no repair was needed -- no charge as car was still under warranty 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel automated manual 2WD

60000 mi

US $311
Car showing EPC errors and limiting RPM. Replaced battery. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

12000 mi Issues with sound system playing songs on flash drive with errors on iPod and "mom" and "dad" is difficult for the voice command system. Also now have an issue with middle back seat cusion falling off. 
40000 mi Bluetooth is weak and loud pitch noise from drivers side speaker when talking on the phone for awhile. Dealer unable to replicate. iPod does not connect sometimes or shows error but again unable to replicate. 
32860 mi Radio would loose presets after turning the car off. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

23560 mi Ventilation system failure 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Electrical Problems

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