2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Problems and Repair Histories
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Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2011 | Volkswagen Golf 2.5 | 11 Golf 2.5s, 11.5 months of data per Golf 2.5, average 20400 miles Small sample size. Join or 11 Golf 2.5s, 11.5 months of data per Golf 2.5, average 20400 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2011 | Volkswagen GTI | 63 GTIs, 10.1 months of data per GTI, average 22000 miles41 |
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| 2011 | Volkswagen Golf diesel | 28 Golf diesels, 10.3 months of data per Golf diesel, average 25400 miles29 |
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2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in South Africa | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 11160 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 18600 | 0 | Replaced a leaking valve on the vacuum system used for Turbocharger control. The leaking valve caused the car to ping under heavy acceleration. |
| Feb | 2013 | 23400 | 0 | Dismantled complete supercharger-turbocharger complex & reassembled without finding fault. ECU firmware updated & problem improved |
| Mar | 2013 | 24180 | 0 | Severe loss of power on change over between supercharger and turbocharger |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 25000 | 0 | Intake Manifold i nternal flaps broke. Common issue with VW GTI. Intake manifold was replaced free of charge. Vehicle is under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 31000 | 0 | insulation pad under hood had come loose. It was replaced with one that fit better. (part had been ordered previously) |
| Dec | 2012 | 35000 | 0 | switch falsely indicating an open hood affecting windshield wiper operation. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Rear window washer nozzle dribbles water onto rear window under hard acceleration. |
| Jun | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | Rear window washer dribbling |
| Mar | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 19300 | 0 | Rattle coming from front passenger door. Tech found connector loose and re-attached plastic retaining clip |
| May | 2012 | 28500 | 0 | Radiator developed small pinhole leak, radiator replaced under warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 9700 | 0 | A/C line between compressor and condenser was leaking |
| Mar | 2013 | 18000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 3000 | 0 | HPFP failed. Car randomly died. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 40000 | 0 | Water pump leaked and replaced under warranty |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 6000 | 0 | Car infotainment unit malfunctioned. Key fob remote range very poor |
| Aug | 2012 | 7500 | 0 | Key fob wireless range very poor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 11000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | 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 / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2013 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 50000 | 12 | Mass Airflow sensor throw check engine light needed to be cleaned |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | reverberation Noise from Front Passenger door when stereo is on. Dealer added felt kit to stop noise. Noise, then shortly occurred again |
| Dec | 2011 | 17000 | 0 | Trim on passenger door was rattling when stereo was played. Corrected |
| Mar | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Alarm intermittently going off when ignition key removed. Also rear wiper arm not flush with window. Module and arm replaced under warranty. |
| May | 2011 | 2700 | 0 | Car alarm intermittently goes off when ignition key removed. |
| Oct | 2012 | 9000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 26000 | 250 | Undertray ripped off during snow storm. Replaced pieces out of warranty. |
| Dec | 2012 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Replaced the sunglass holder which began to fall open. |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | Light on radio went out and dealer replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 9000 | 0 | driver's door was rattling. inside the door they found a loose or missing screw. |
| Mar | 2013 | 14000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 10200 | 0 | One backlight LED on gauge cluster was intermittently failing. Car was diagnosed by dealership in Dec 2011, part was installed Feb 2012. |
| Dec | 2012 | 22320 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 23560 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 21000 | 0 | Leaking rear window washer nozzle. Motor was reinstalled and lines checked for blockages. |
| Mar | 2013 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | 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 | 2012 | 28500 | 0 | Popping noise was heard during spirited turns. Dealer replaced the sub frame bolts. |
| Apr | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | 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. |
| May | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 1800 | 0 | 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. |
| Oct | 2012 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Bad tire pressure sensor. Replaced |
| Jul | 2011 | 8000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 11500 | 0 | Drivers door creaked when opening, hinge replaced under warranty. |
| Apr | 2012 | 18000 | 0 | Cracked bezel around light switch, to be repaired at next service |
| Jun | 2012 | 20000 | 0 | Dealer updated transmission software, no issues noticed. |
| Aug | 2012 | 24500 | 0 | Headlight switch replacement from cracked bezel. |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 9080 | 0 | 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 | 2012 | 16120 | 0 | Intercooler replaced with a cold weather model incorporating a bypass to prevent ice buildup under near-freezing conditions. |
| Feb | 2013 | 17320 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 17980 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 21080 | 0 | 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 | 2012 | 27280 | 0 | Hard starts when cold due to intercooler icing/water ingestion from melted ice. Well-documented problem with Mk VI TDIs |
| Mar | 2013 | 52700 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 39000 | 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. |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 12000 | 0 | Rear O2 Sensor needed to be replaced |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 24500 | 0 | Battery replaced to suspected "dead cell". When brought to dealership it failed their load test. Was replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | 0 | 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 | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | Leaking seal on one of the AC lines. Line was replaced and AC was recharged. They also installed a new pollen filter and disinfected the ventilation system to rid it of the musty odor. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 16000 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 19000 | 0 | 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 | 2012 | 34500 | 0 | 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 |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 6820 | 4 | Coolant reservoir sensor replacement Coolant reservoir sensor replaced |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 40000 | 0 | Driver's side seat cover cloth fraying. Dealer replaced under warranty. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Car dead. Installed new battery. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 6200 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 0 | 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 / Rabbit / GTI in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 20000 | 0 | 1) driver seat cover was replaced 2) shift lever cover plate was replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | 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 |
| Jan | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 15000 | 0 | DSG Mechatronics Unit Died |
| Sep | 2012 | 32000 | 0 | Leaking rear window washer |
| Mar | 2013 | 41000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 35000 | 0 | 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 | 2012 | 37700 | 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). |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 25040 | 0 | Sunroof would not work - needed to be reset. |
| Mar | 2013 | 26040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 11500 | 0 | Replaced defective fuel pressure regulator valve. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Slight buzzing noise in dash bezel. |
| Mar | 2011 | 4000 | 0 | Rear arm rest hard to pull down. TSB detailed replacement hinge in some models. |
| Dec | 2011 | 23000 | 0 | Preventive oil, filters, tire rotation and inspection. |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 9500 | 0 | One part of emission system was replaced after warning light appeared. Didn't hinder car's performance. |
| May | 2013 | 7000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
102-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Chile | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 6820 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 13200 | 0 | Defective engine mounts had to be replaced after a recall was issued by the manufacturer. Slight noise now gone. |
| Mar | 2013 | 14880 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 35700 | 0 | Window regulator in passenger side was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 20000 | 0 | Window switch on drivers side stopped working when trying to roll down passenger window. |
| Mar | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 16000 | 0 | CEL came on. Took car to dealer. Faulty part related to turbo intercooler was fixed. Loose passenger door was also fixed. |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Wastegate rattle |
| Jul | 2012 | 25000 | 0 | Misfire cylinder 4 |
| Mar | 2013 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | TPMS error. Check pressure warning would not go away, even after adding more air. Reset by dealership. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | 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 | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 23000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Radio display stopped working for a few minutes. |
| Jun | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Radio replaced as display would not show when hot outside. |
| Mar | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | Creaking noise from rear of doors |
| Mar | 2013 | 18000 | 0 | Aux input not working. Needed new iPod cable. Doors once again squeak. Needed relived. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Alaska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 20000 | 0 | 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. |
| May | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | 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. |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | Car was shaking when braking. Insides of rear rotors were glazed, inside brake pads completely worn out. Replaced rear rotors and pads with OEM parts |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | 0 | Coolant was low, dealer found the cooling system seals leaked. Replaced seals and water pump. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | Replace metallic trim on shifter due to surface peeling | |
| Dec | 2012 | 14000 | 0 | Rear pillar trim came loose and was replaced. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 18000 | 0 | WATER PUMP WAS LEAKING. DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE ASSY. |
| Mar | 2013 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 8300 | 0 | wind noise coming from right B-pillar small water leak coming from left A-pillar front passenger's safety belt buckle rattle |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2013 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 30000 | 0 | 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 / Rabbit / GTI in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 21700 | 0 | 2. Radio replacement (data was not updating) 3. TPMS repair (light would not go out after reset, software needed to be updated). |
| Apr | 2012 | 26000 | 0 | 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 | 2013 | 52000 | 0 | The TPMS sensor would not go off. |
2011 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 6000 | 0 | The rear washer nozzle was leaking onto the rear window when not in use. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 24000 | 0 | 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. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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