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2015 Volkswagen Golf / 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%)

Chart based on 224 repairs.
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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (69%)

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Chart based on 88 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Georgia, United States
Apr 2015 - Aug 2020
Feb 2017

28000 mi
some issue with the gearshift sensors. Not a big issue and covered under warantee. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Wisconsin, United States
May 2015 - Mar 2018
Oct 2017

23500 mi
Shifter error. Repaired under warranty. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alberta, Canada
Sep 2017 - Mar 2018
Jan 2018

25420 mi

C $200
Leaking brake line tightened 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

31000 mi
Child lock stuck on, on a rear door. The dealership confirmed the problem but refused to fix it under warranty, the reason given was that I caused the damage. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
Aug 2016 - Apr 2017
Oct 2016

12800 mi
The engine light for missing AdBlue fluids went on and needed to be filled. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Arizona, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

35000 mi
Replaced faulty moonroof 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Michigan, United States
Nov 2016 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017

50000 mi

US $1200
Vacuum hose issue causing the turbo to see a vacuum and go into limp along mode. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States
May 2017 - Mar 2018
Mar 2018

22000 mi
Check engine light came on. Auxiliary water pump failure. Ordered part, to be replaced under warranty. Car is fine to be driven as is. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in British Columbia, Canada
Jun 2015 - Mar 2018
Sep 2015

2480 mi
Minor water penetration and wind noise from front drivers door window. Window seal replaced under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Sep 2019 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

52000 mi

US $50
The famed leaky sunroof into the spare tire well problem. As far as I know, they unstopped and cleaned the drainage tube. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

80000 mi
Water leak in rear where cable guide from hatch connects to car body. Rubber boot wasn’t sealing and was leaking into headliner and dripping into cargo area. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Aug 2015 - Sep 2017
Apr 2016

15200 mi
Engine oil pressure switch failed intermittently causing limp mode and flashing glow plug light. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Nova Scotia, Canada
Apr 2018 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

40920 mi
Replaced 4 rotors under warranty Second stage of emissions upgrade completed 
Jun 2021

63698 mi

C $290
Replaced the battery 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Kansas, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

3000 mi
Radio station randomly reset when car was off 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Feb 2015 - Dec 2021
May 2016

10000 mi
Purge valve had to be replaced. Covered by warranty. 
Jun 2017

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. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 230hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ireland
Jan 2015 - May 2017
May 2015

11780 mi
Suspension misaligned with both front tyres worn to legal limit on outer edge whilst inner edge > 6mm. VW said that was due to wear and tear and not a problem with the car. 
Dec 2016

57660 mi
Gear selection became difficult, as if gate was obstructed (manual). Intermittent problem, but especially bad when engine cold. Dealer made adjustments. problem improved slightly. 
Apr 2017

66960 mi

€90
Rear Shocks rattling (known issue on GTi & GTD with passive dampers). Replaced VW shocks with Bilstein OEM equivalent to remedy noise issues. Owner provided parts, dealer charged €90 for labour. Done while car was being serviced. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Colorado, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

13000 mi
Skunky A/C smell and cloudy side mirrors both refused by VW- fixed by owner. Bad attitude by manufacturer. Fixed skunky A/C smell. Condenser cleaner and mildew inhibitor spray and new filter about $45 total online and 20 minutes.  Fixed cloudy side mirrors. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
Mar 2018 - Jun 2021
Aug 2020

96000 mi

US $1200
Sunroof frame cracks patched. Interior carpet and floor sound insulation replaced. One year later the carpet is moist again and starting to smell moldy again. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2018 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018

30000 mi

US $50
Replaced bad engine temp sensor. Back up camera turns off when backing up. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Utah, United States
Apr 2015 - May 2019
Jun 2015

1000 mi
A/C compressor dead at 1k miles, replaced under warranty. 
Jun 2017

17000 mi
Fuel pump filter recall performed Trim around shifter peeling, replaced under warranty 
May 2018

23000 mi
Seat seam torn, replaced seat cover. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Louisiana, United States
Dec 2015 - Aug 2019
Sep 2016

20000 mi
Very Small Leak. Does not happen in the fall or winter. I clear the error and run with it. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Connecticut, United States
Feb 2015 - Feb 2018
Jan 2018

39000 mi
Clutch is slipping and needs replacement. Car off lease next month. Turning it in early. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Colorado, United States
Oct 2017 - Feb 2022
Jan 2022

76570 mi

US $75
replaced belt tensioner and serpentine belt 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Feb 2015 - Jul 2018
Dec 2017

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. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States
Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016

4000 mi
Trim and Panel misalignment 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
Oct 2016 - Jan 2022
Jul 2017

32000 mi
Something was wrong with the power steering motor and it took three trips for them to figure this out. The work was covered under the warranty. A sensor for the fuel injection was malfunctioning causing the check engine light to go on. The sensor was replaced which fixed everything. 
Oct 2020

70000 mi

US $1000
The alternator went dead on the highway. This was unpleasant. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada
Oct 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017

2720 mi
Sunroof seal was not tight and water leaked into passenger side vanity mirror, producing as condensation on the mirror and affecting the vanity mirror light. Seal fixed and visor and light replaced under warranty 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States
Oct 2014 - Feb 2016
Dec 2014

4000 mi
Strange rubbing/squeaking sound coming from right side, maybe in a wheel well or underneath the car. Update: turned out to be shipping material they failed to remove during prep. 
Aug 2015

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. 
Dec 2015

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. 
Jan 2016

4000 mi
Car would stutter and jerk upon acceleration. Needed new oxygen sensor, replaced by dealer under warranty. 
Feb 2016

32000 mi
Unknown problem, warning message appeared twice directing me to stop driving and place car in park. Brought to dealer who could not replicate or tell me what the message meant. Sold the car soon after multiple issues occurred. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2016

18600 mi
Door vent on the climate control system wouldn't close properly. Produced loud, intermittent clicking noises from the dash. 
May 2017

27280 mi

C $500
New brake pads and rotors 
Sep 2017

33480 mi
Auto dimming high beams failed - replaced under warranty 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oklahoma, United States
Jun 2015 - Dec 2017
Sep 2015

10000 mi
AC did not work. Seems like sth was leaking. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Jul 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014

5000 mi
Yellow steering wheel warning light came on and a whoosh whoosh noise became prominent at speeds above 60 and vibration was felt. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oregon, United States
May 2015 - Jul 2022
May 2016

11000 mi
sunroof made screeching noise upon opening, shade didn't open all the way. sunroof dissembled, shade replaced. shade now open but screeching remains when car has been left in sun. 
Nov 2016

16800 mi
Sunroof makes terrible squeal upon opening/closing when the car has been sitting in the sun. This is the second trip for this problem - techs have been unable to replicate sound and thus have not fixed problem. 
Feb 2017

21000 mi
O2 sensor failed; indicated by engine light. Dealer diagnosed but didn't have part, returned 2 days later for repair. 
Apr 2018

29800 mi
Took my car in for 30K scheduled maintenance, was told that the sunroof had a recall notice, and that they would repair/replace. Hoped it would finally solve the squealing-on-opening issue when the car has been sitting in the sun - didn't. At least it didn't cost me anything! 
May 2018

31000 mi
Sent dealer videos of the sunroof making horrible screeching noises and getting stuck closed. Problem only arose when the car had been baking in the sun, and only on the first attempted opening of the roof. Dealer replaced the sunroof guide rail and a broken clip, and adjusted the glass. 
Dec 2020

58000 mi

US $100
Water pump went out abruptly. Towed to dealer for repair, still under warranty! 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States
Jan 2017 - Sep 2019
Dec 2017

25000 mi
Smell of raw gasoline in interior. Pump in emission system needed to be replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Dec 2014 - Sep 2017
May 2017

35900 mi
Prematurely worn right front wheel bearing due to faulty part from factory. After diagnosis, was replaced under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2015 - Sep 2017
Jan 2017

17500 mi
Needed to replace the e-brake assembly (no longer was engaging appropriately when lifted upwards). 
Feb 2017

18000 mi
ABS sensor was faulty; replaced under warranty. Part was shipped overseas (hence long wait period in shop). Work itself took a day. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States
Aug 2014 - Apr 2018
May 2015

14600 mi
Evap Purge valve replaced 06H-906-517-T 
Mar 2016

30000 mi
Bad gas cap seal causing evap system errors; gas cap replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2014 - Nov 2020
Mar 2018

51616 mi
The engine warning light came on after multiple false reading from the fuel cap. It appears there was a faulty reading indicating an evap system leak. Inspection found no leak, technician reset sensors. 
Sep 2018

57660 mi

C $500
Replacement of passenger side, rear wheel bearing. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Apr 2014 - Nov 2016
Sep 2015

15000 mi
Fuel door stuck due to faulty latch. They replaced the latch. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Jan 2018
Dec 2014

1000 mi
Battery lost charge, triggered traction & tire pressure lights. Dealer reset system. Problem has not reappeared. 
Apr 2015

5500 mi
Random error messages on display, dealer said battery was abnormally low. Recharged battery. Problem ended up reoccurring later. 
Jun 2015

8000 mi
Error message that gas cap was not closed. Dealer tech said they'd never seen this error. Replaced gas cap with a new one. Same error message returned one week later. 
Jul 2015

8200 mi
Error that gas cap was not closed. Dealer replaced fuel system pressure sensor. It was giving a false reading showing a leak in the fuel system. 
Dec 2016

12000 mi
Rough ride and thumping noise over speed bumps. Dealer had left in shipping pucks in struts when doing PDI. Removed and replaced struts. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2016
Feb 2015 Had leaky valve stem when I got it, causing low pressure warning. Dealer replaced next weekend under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Montana, United States
Sep 2014 - Sep 2018
Jun 2016

26000 mi
Pins on intake runner sensor faulty. New sensor installed. Radio software level low, updated and ok. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Virginia, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2014

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. Traction control warning lights. Not confirmed that permanently fixed. 
Jun 2015

8000 mi
Traction Control and TPMS warning lights appearing together discovered to be an electronic steering alignment issue. 
May 2017

28500 mi
Finally got a software update to fix radio issue as well as tpms and traction control warnings. Part was replaced. Suction cup or something as part of a recall. 
Oct 2017

32250 mi
Per the repair sheet "PERF GFF CODE P050700 P11AE00 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR EXHAUST CAM SIDE - PERFORMED TEST PLAN VALVE STICKING OPEN REPL N604 VALVE & RD TEST" Cam shaft sensor failed. Part replaced under warranty. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Nevada, United States
Nov 2016 - Nov 2016
Jan 2016

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. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2016 - Jul 2022
Mar 2017

23378 mi
Three injectors failed and were replaced 
Nov 2021

70000 mi

US $1600
Heat not working, required CPV, thermostat, water pump 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Indiana, United States
Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017

31000 mi
A faulty o-ring between the engine and oil cooler caused a slow coolant leak. Repair was covered under warranty but was difficult to repair as there was heavy labor in accessing the oil cooler. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Colorado, United States
Feb 2015 - Feb 2019
Jun 2017

35000 mi
I had a noisy driver's door. They replaced some "band" near the hinge in 10 minutes and I was out of there with no charge. 
Feb 2019

59600 mi
VW agreed to warranty repairs for a leaking CAM ladder gasket and a leaking timing chain.The cabin filter was changed as suggested. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States
Jan 2016 - Mar 2018
Jun 2017

41000 mi

US $190
Replaced battery 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States
Apr 2016 - May 2016
May 2016

40000 mi
Had bad boost pressure (MAP) sensor. Replaced the sensor along with the intake manifold. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in North Carolina, United States
Jan 2015 - Oct 2021
Jul 2016

11000 mi
Delaminating start push button was replaced 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Utah, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2017
Apr 2015

3500 mi
Error light for headlights. Turned out to be a loose connection cable. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States
Nov 2014 - Dec 2016
Sep 2016

21000 mi
High pressure fuel pump failed 
Dec 2016

21000 mi
Issue couldn't be corrected. Stalling and clunking at highway speeds not always present and dealer couldn't replicate. Ended up trading the car in after the 3rd 10 visit to the dealer. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2014 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

42160 mi
Fuel pump recal 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Georgia, United States
Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
Sep 2018

35541 mi

US $144
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. FAULT CODE P11AC. CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT CYLINDER 3. VW REPLACED 2 PARTS ON THE VEHICLE. I PAID $144 FOR DIAGNOSING THE ISSUE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CLEARED, BUT I WAS TOLD THERE IS A CHANCE IT MAY RETURN. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Indiana, United States
Sep 2014 - Oct 2019
Feb 2015

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. 
Jan 2017

39000 mi
Intermittent loss of heat and erratic readings on the engine temp gauge, probably due to air in cooling system. Coolant was topped off and system bled. 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. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Alabama, United States
Aug 2014 - Apr 2019
Feb 2017

38000 mi
Shift assembly was sending error codes to the computer. It didn't appear that anything mechanical was wrong. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2014 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

15000 mi
A motor moving a vane behind the passenger side vent made a clicking noise, replaced under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States
Mar 2017 - Mar 2018
Nov 2017

33700 mi
The plastic trim began peeling in November. Replaced under bumper to bumper warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Feb 2015 - Dec 2016
May 2016

13000 mi
Replaced window switch unit on drivers side as it had failed. 
Aug 2016

15000 mi
AC blower intermittently stopped working. Dealer replaced refrigerant. No leaks found. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Missouri, United States
Apr 2015 - May 2017
Jun 2015

5000 mi
Accent lighting in passenger door was not connected at wire harness. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in North Carolina, United States
Feb 2015 - Jul 2019
Dec 2017

60000 mi

US $550
Rear wheels needed alignment. 
Jun 2018

71000 mi

US $266
Wheel alignment 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Texas, United States
Dec 2014 - Jul 2020
Aug 2015

6500 mi
radio software flash- radio would not remain on last station listened once shut off seat leather is bubbling/misshappen 
Dec 2015

9000 mi
Seat bubbling 
Dec 2017

29000 mi
No heat for several days, brought to dealer and problem could not be replicated 
Jan 2018

30000 mi
Replaced heater core and thermostat 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Kentucky, United States
Jan 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

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. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
Feb 2017 - Feb 2018
Aug 2017

29000 mi
Shifter replaced due to reoccurring error on MFI Fan motor cleaned due to build of rust that was causing a squeaking sound when A/C was on and braking 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
May 2015 - Dec 2018
Feb 2017

19000 mi
On a trip back from Kentucky to MD, an alert signal was raised and the text "transmission issue" but the manual has no information for that. I called the dealer from the mountains of west virginia and they said that it wasn't a worry....but to take it in....when I took it in they found that the shifter needed replacing. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States
May 2016 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016

29000 mi
Car was towed to local dealership after a "critical error" message came up while leaving for work. A module in the shift level was found to have failed and was replaced under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada
Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Jun 2016

5580 mi
warning message that something was wrong. Dealer checked, message went off, no repair, no bill. 
Dec 2016

13020 mi
rattle 
Feb 2017

16740 mi
remote control dysfunction (batteries lasted a few days ): new remote control under warrenty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in West Virginia, United States
Jun 2015 - Jan 2018
Dec 2015

10000 mi
Software update to improve shifting. 
Jun 2017

15000 mi
Fuel tank suction pump replaced under recall 
Dec 2017

18000 mi
Transmission error diagnosed, new shifter ordered 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Louisiana, United States
Dec 2015 - Sep 2017
Jan 2016

19300 mi
Gearbox failed and replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2017

35000 mi
Front driver wheel bearing bad, replaced under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
May 2015 - Apr 2019
Sep 2015

2480 mi
Loose Antenna connection for Satellite Radio.Tightened 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Brunswick, Canada
Mar 2015 - Oct 2018
May 2016

13020 mi
Front passenger loose door hinge, same as seen in this video: https://youtu.be/uBavZsV51Ew Dealer commented that 3-4 Volkswagen had same problem in same week as me. 
Apr 2017

21700 mi
On January 27, 2017, when car went to dealer for Suction Pump Recall, dashboard error message had previously indicated Gearbox Error (no repair done, unable to reproduce). At Motor Vehicle Inspection, found faulty Shift Module Assembly (ordered and replaced). 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Kansas, United States
Jul 2014 - Jul 2016
Jun 2015

5000 mi
transmission software reflash to help jerky low speed starts 
Mar 2016

8000 mi
Front suspension noise over low speed bumps. Replaced bearings, bushing and strut mount. Adjustments and lubrication. The noise was lessened but still present and apparently temperature related. It seemed to be lesser on days over 80-90 degrees. 
Jul 2016

11000 mi
Suspension noise never eliminated. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2014

1000 mi
Left headlight was replaced because there was cloudiness on the inside of the unit. Could not be repaired. It was replaced under warranty. Cannot accurately answer the "What was done" below because the unit was replaced. 
Dec 2014

3000 mi
Shaking/wobble felt on acceleration from stop. Does this only on 1.8 TSI with automatic. Was called by dealer for a TCM upgrade fix. Upgrade did not stop the wobble problem. 
Feb 2015

3900 mi
Same shaking/wobble problem. Dealer replaced right front axel. Did not solve the problem. Seems there is a bad batch of axels made in China. Those made in Mexico don't seem to cause the problem. 
May 2015

4600 mi
After unsuccessful attempt to repair shaking/wobble in front end, dealer replaced both axles with ones made in Mexico and not China (like the OEM ones). This seems to have stopped the problem and the acceleration is now smooth. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Apr 2020
Feb 2016

18000 mi
CEL thrown after check fuel cap warning was seen. Dealer determined failed N80 EVAP valve. 
Jun 2016

21000 mi
CEL seen. Dealer diagnosed fault in EVAP charcoal canister. Dealer reported this was common failure and part was redesigned. Replaced with new version of part from VW. 
Nov 2016

23700 mi
Car experienced shimmy on acceleration. These early 2015 production run front axles found to be faulty. Front axles replaced. 
Oct 2017

31000 mi
Rear windshield fluid sprayer nozzle was leaking. Part had to be ordered, causing a couple days wait, and the nozzle was replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Apr 2016

6200 mi
Problem with sunroof shade getting stuck, had to be replaced. 
Jul 2016

7500 mi
Clicking noise when turning on recirculation of a/c, replaced the recirc flap motor 
Mar 2018

19000 mi
Had an intermittent "transmission error" light, so shifter column replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Washington, United States
Sep 2015 - Oct 2016
Oct 2016

22000 mi
Shift handle issue 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2015 - Jun 2022
Aug 2015

5580 mi
Compressor failure. Ordered compressor; vehicle returned in meantime. 
Sep 2015

6200 mi
Compressor failure. Compressor, drier, and associated parts replaced. 
Sep 2017

29140 mi
Creaking noise over bumps - sway bar joints greased 
Apr 2018

38440 mi
Investigated creaking noise over bumps - dealer could not reproduce 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Quebec, Canada
Jun 2014 - Dec 2015
Nov 2014

2960 mi
AC compressor was changed 
Apr 2015

5980 mi
driver seat heating element 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2017 - Nov 2019
May 2018

26040 mi
Secondary horn for the alarm and locking confirmation sound went bad and was replaced under warranty 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in British Columbia, Canada
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017

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. 
Oct 2017

19220 mi
The lock button on the parking brake handle popped off along with an internal spring. Repair under warranty. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Feb 2018

29140 mi
Leaking thermostat housing 
May 2018

29760 mi
Leaking water pump replaced 
Jan 2022

55800 mi

C $350
Replaced defective HVAC blower 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2017 - Feb 2023
Jun 2018

65100 mi
Emissions system work - Adblue line had a leak, line replaced under a recall notice 
Dec 2020

92070 mi

C $1180
Rear brakes needed pads and rotors. Brake fluid flush done at same time. 
May 2022

108500 mi

C $200
Drivers side brake dust shield sheared off at the mounting points and noticed passengers side was very loose as well. Bought both brake dust shields and replacement screws. Remove and replace brake caliper and disk to access mounting screws. 
Feb 2023

116560 mi

C $2800
Rear drivers side spring replaced Replaced the diesel exhaust fluid pump, hose to the engine, and the injector. Oil change at regular interval of 15000km 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Mar 2015 - Mar 2017
Jun 2015

5000 mi
Occasional stalling on upshift to 2nd gear. Dealer flashed latest ecu software, though it is not documents as addressing the problem Rear seat base cushion lose at front. Flips up when passenger exits car. 
Oct 2015

9200 mi
Brakes pulsing/vibrating at highway speeds after 15-30 minutes. Dealer inspected and found no defect. Problem continues. Dealer also performed 10K mi service. 
Dec 2015

12000 mi
Adblue warning light on 2K illness after service. Dealer appears to have neglected to add adblue logos at 10K service. Dealer added fluid on this trip, resolving the problem. 
Apr 2016

17500 mi
Power relay for starter overheated and failed, causing intermittent no-start condition. 
Jun 2016

20000 mi
One key fob was no longer recognized by car, resulting in a no-start condition with "demobilizer activated". Dealer redid the programming. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Idaho, United States
Oct 2018 - Aug 2020
Apr 2020

21000 mi

US $50
Master cylinder failed 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in District of Columbia, United States
Apr 2017 - Oct 2017
Jun 2017

1000 mi
Sunroof drain plug blocked due to car sitting on dealer lot from stop sale order for 2015 VW diesels. Dealer tested sunroof for leaks, found leak, cleared drain. 
Oct 2017

1500 mi
VW has determined the sunroof leak can not be repaired. Car has achieved lemon law status and VW has offered to replace the car with a new 2017 GTI Autobahn. I accepted the offer and will be turning the TDI in by month's end. Continued water leaks at A pillars, visors and sunroof control panel. First repair attempt, which took a week, to clear drain lines and replace cracked sunroof frame lines did not resolve the problem. Car went in again for 28 days to replace sunroof drain lines, fix sunroof rails based on either a VW technical bulletin or recall that was issued in Sept. for sunroof rails. Dealer says sunroof doesn't leak...we shall see. I've reached lemon law status if the repair doesn't work. VW has real problems with this panoramic sun roof, which continue with 2017 Golf model years based on my research. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Aug 2017

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. 
Jun 2021

42500 mi

US $3000
clutch inoperative, caused by hydraulic bearing failure. Clutch, bearing and flywheel replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2014 - Oct 2018
Jul 2015

12060 mi
Sunroof drain tube was broken as there was water marks in the head liner. The handle in the roof was loose and they can not get it back into place. The time in the garage is due to that. New mechanism for handle has been difficult to fix. 
Oct 2015

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. 
Sep 2016

22320 mi
Rust bubble on rear quarter panel 
Dec 2016

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.  
Dec 2017

33480 mi
spring in steering wheel that was part of the air bag broke causing the airbag light to turn on, on the dash 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Nova Scotia, Canada
Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Jul 2016

14860 mi
Infotainment system quit working entirely 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2022
Apr 2016

30500 mi
Motor control for vents 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2014 - May 2017
Aug 2015

4920 mi
Software issue - radio would not hold station - went to a frequency that was white noise. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Dec 2014 - Jan 2017
Sep 2015

12000 mi
Recirculation motor was defective. 
Nov 2016

35300 mi
Coolant leak. Dealer could not diagnose the source the leak. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Missouri, United States
Dec 2014 - Oct 2021
Feb 2015 Got flashing glow-plug light and high oil level warning 
Mar 2015

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. 
May 2015

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. 
Aug 2015

11900 mi
Same issue as before. Kessy system was not working with the rear hatch some time. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2021

23000 mi
Erroneous oil warning 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

77000 mi

US $1200
The DEF line was leaking onto the DEF injector. Both the DEF line and DEF injector was replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2014 - Oct 2017
Apr 2017

37200 mi
AdBlue line had a leak. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Great Britain
Mar 2016 - Jun 2017
Nov 2016

12500 mi
When lowering the Near side front window there was a terrible screeching sound. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Mar 2015 - Jul 2016
Aug 2015

10100 mi
Fuel gauge quit working 
May 2016

21900 mi
addblue injector leaking 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in British Columbia, Canada
Jul 2020 - Jun 2022
Jan 2021

84940 mi
Issue with the emission system. Repaired under warranty, car was running rough. No big deal. 
Aug 2021

94240 mi
Emissions issue, covered under warranty. 2nd issue in a year, not cost to me for either. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4dr Hatch

115-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018

21000 mi
The charger was stuck to the car. They had to replace the charger on the car. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Sep 2015 - Jul 2022
Feb 2022

42000 mi
Battery module failure 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Oregon, United States
Oct 2015 - Jun 2022
Jul 2018

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. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Oct 2014 - Nov 2017
Dec 2015

9000 mi
Many problems related to sensors and charging system. A few were recall items, many were discovered during inspection. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Oct 2016 - Sep 2018
Mar 2017

12000 mi
A/C stopped working. A/C pressure switch replaced. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Illinois, United States
Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
Jun 2017

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 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Apr 2015 - Sep 2016
Jun 2015

1000 mi
SW issue that prevented scheduled charging 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Maryland, United States
Feb 2015 - Apr 2018
Feb 2015

2000 mi
vibrating sound coming from the HVAC when braking. 
Jan 2016

7200 mi
heat issue 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2015 - Jan 2019
Mar 2017

7000 mi
It's an all-electric eGolf. Car threw lots of codes. They had to order a special battery. This didn't really fix the problem. 
Apr 2017

7100 mi
First attempt didn't really fix the problem. Two weeks later it was back in with same issue. A speed sensor seems (so far) to have fixed it. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel automated manual 2WD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Florida, United States
Jan 2019 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

60000 mi

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

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Jersey, United States
Dec 2016 - Feb 2018
Feb 2017

25700 mi
I retorqued the bolt on my door myself. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Brunswick, Canada
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

32860 mi
Radio would loose presets after turning the car off. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in California, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2015

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. 
Dec 2016

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. 
Feb 2017

42000 mi
Passenger door intermittent rattling. Dealer tried to repair but was unsuccessful. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2016 - Sep 2017
Jun 2016

23560 mi
Ventilation system failure 
Apr 2017

31000 mi
Fuel pump replacement as part of manufacturer recall 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Hampshire, United States
Feb 2019 - Dec 2023
May 2023

98000 mi

US $600
Lots of covers leaking oil, all were replaced 
Jun 2023

99000 mi

US $7000
Camshaft failure 
Nov 2023

106000 mi

US $600
Cam shaft sensors replaced Parking brake was frozen in the cold 
Dec 2023

107000 mi
Replaced brake caliper under warranty, did NOT fix parking brake being frozen in cold temps 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New York, United States
Nov 2016 - Jan 2024
Jan 2022

27623 mi

US $498
Rear rotors were pitted with corrosion due to road salt, moisture and lack of use. Would not pass inspection w/o replacement. 
Jan 2024

31000 mi

US $2460
The clutch cylinder failed which resulted in the clutch getting coated with hydraulic fluid. This necessitated replacement of the clutch, flywheel and rear main seal. 
Volkswagen Golf / GTI in New Mexico, United States
Oct 2014 - Jul 2022
Nov 2016

20700 mi
A strong smell of gas every time I turned off the car. I brought it by two dealers but each insisted there was no problem, finally, after two years, there was a recall. The car still sometimes smells like gas but it's not as bad as it was. 
Sep 2021

56000 mi

US $3000
Water pump was leaking and needed replacement. Routine spark plug replacement but when the coils were removed they disintegrated and had to be replaced. Alignment was out and required replacement tires. 

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2015 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Golf / GTI in Ohio, United States
Oct 2014 - Feb 2016
Jul 2015

4300 mi
Door was latching and unlatching "stiffly" then was hit in parking lot. door replaced, new one operates fine. 

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