2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2016

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (29%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 286 repairs.
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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (89%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

5000 mi Rear window washer nozzle dribbled fluid for no reason. 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

11000 mi Rear windows had been squeaking excessively since obtaining the car. Asked VW to look into it and both rear door seals apparently need replacing as they are defective from the factory. Waiting for parts from Canada currently. 
16000 mi Rear window door seals were replaced after waiting a couple months for parts. Excessive squeaking rolling windows up and down is no longer present. 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

46500 mi

A $1300
Bonnet latch replacement. With bonnet locked, required replacement also of front grill. 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

4211 mi Driver's seat rocking back and forth, shifting left and right during cornering. Seat anchor bolts were lose, dealer tightened bolts. 
4700 mi Driver seat shifting still after several trips to tighten bolts, entire seat frame replaced under warranty. 
9000 mi Loose electric driver seat, occasionally shifting forward and sideways when making turns or stopping. 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

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

9000 mi Rear windows creaking when rolled up only after sitting in the sun. Dealer verified after 1.5 weeks replace both rear window regulators 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Rear trunk latch failed and was replaced. 

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2016 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Other Problems

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