2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Problems and Repair Histories
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Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Reliability through December 31, 2012
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 | |
| 2007 | Volkswagen Rabbit 2.5 | 39 Rabbit 2.5s, 9.4 months of data per Rabbit 2.5, average 69100 miles Includes the 2006.5 Rabbit and GTI.46 |
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| 2007 | Volkswagen GTI | 41 GTIs, 8.7 months of data per GTI, average 74200 miles Includes the 2006.5 Rabbit and GTI.57 |
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2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 38000 | 0 | Headlight bulb replaced. Driver side rear wheel well trim loose. Part to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | 53000 | 450 | Replaced driver side rear wheel bearing. |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Hissing coming from brake pedal. Was told it may be a hose that needs to be replaced causing a vacuum leak in the brake system. Safe to drive on however. Mechatronic is out of spec, needs to be replaced. Part is being ordered - will be replaced under warranty. 'clacking' sound coming from firewall area. Unable to reproduce during test drive. Still happens from time to time. Dealer said it may be a valve of some such. |
| Jul | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Replaced brake booster. |
| Aug | 2009 | 33000 | 0 | Mechatronic replaced, hose replaced to fix hissing in brake pedal - hose did not fix problem, brake booster ordered. |
| Sep | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Saw fluid leaking from transmission, dealer inspected, says saw no leaks etc. |
| Dec | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | Replaced Turbo bypass valve (AKA Diverter Valve). The original DV was prone to failure, replacement was 'D' revision piston style. |
| May | 2010 | 44000 | 0 | Intake manifold flapper valve failed and was replaced (possibly along with a ECU reflash) HID bulb turned pink (apparently an indication that they are about to fail) and was replaced by the dealer. |
| Jun | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Engine made terrible awful noise, misfired @ 2k rpms and above, would not rev above 4k. Noise stopped prior to arrival at dealership, but misfires persisted. Magically corrected itself somehow? I call bullshit. Dealer denies responsibility |
| Jul | 2010 | 45700 | 0 | Check engine light returned 45 minutes after leaving dealer, returned to dealer the next day. 1 mile out from dealer light turns off. Dealer says no codes present. Test drove and still none. Sounds fishy. |
| Sep | 2010 | 47000 | 80 | Came in for excessive oil consumption and check engine light. Part replaced for check engine light (which later returned) and part ordered (not yet installed). Had oil replaced and weighed and began oil consumption test |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Came in for completion of oil consumption test. Results were apparently hard to interpret, seemed likes piston rings may be the culprit. Checked the rings, found damage too extensive to repair. Replaced entire engine. |
| Nov | 2010 | 49000 | 0 | CEL came on, turbo bypass valve (or diverter valve) was found found to have torn) and it was replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 55000 | 51 | Oil filter housing cracked, was replaced. Not a part covered by warranty. Car threw check code for underboost, recirculation valve replaced |
| Jul | 2011 | 56000 | 0 | Turbocharger needed replacing, parts ordered. Turbocharger replaced. |
| Dec | 2011 | 59000 | 1000 | Paddle shifter malfunctioned, part ordered. Paddle shifter replaced Right front brake caliper seized. Caliper assembly needed to be replaced in addition to pads and rotors which were damaged in the process. |
| Jul | 2012 | 67000 | 0 | HID Headlight burnt out. Not user replaceable - or at least not conveniently. PVC System had a TSB. Fuel pump had a TSB |
| Dec | 2012 | 70000 | 0 | Seat belt tensioner rattles when going over bumps |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | Rear hatch interior trim piece misaligned with tie-down hook. Hole position not allowing hook to fully fit opening. New trim piece ordered and installed for correct fitment. Rear left door had rattle below storage bin. Dealer insulated and/or tightened door components. |
| Sep | 2008 | 25000 | 0 | The cruise control switch failed to activate. It was determined that there was an electrical problem with the switch. New cruise control switch was installed for successful repair. |
| Nov | 2010 | 46000 | 0 | Electric lumbar support for drivers seat had malfunctioned and would not move up or down and caused clicking noises. New lumbar support was installed for successful repair. Center vent in dash rattled. Replaced with new vent for successful repair. |
| Mar | 2013 | 70000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 0 | Engine light (replaced PCV valve), dash rattle addressed | |
| Aug | 2008 | 0 | Engine light (tumble flap motor malfunctioned once, reset light), dash rattle addressed again. Door that was not aligned properly because the dealer did not put the panel back into place correctly after tinting windows was fixed (not car's fault there). | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Engine light because of tumble flap motor malfunction again. Replaced tumble flap motor. Dealer actually replaced the clip they broke when tinting windows on door but they broke door microswitch in the process - not car's fault. (Found out later). | |
| Mar | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Engine light for something (think PCV replaced again). Dash rattle again --- actually fixed it for a while. Replaced door microswitch because they broke it while fixing something else they broke on the car. Last time at this dealer. |
| Nov | 2009 | 35700 | 0 | Engine light due to LPFP sensor, replaced LPFP sensor. All repairs to date have been under warranty. |
| Jan | 2010 | 37700 | 0 | Replaced front control arms because they were being loud. Warranty paid for it and alignment. Like the new dealer fwiw. |
| Mar | 2010 | 39000 | 0 | clunk noise when turning sometimes. Made car feel not-aligned. Was strut bearing. Repair was difficult to diagnose, had Crunkyprise rental gratis so it wasn't a big deal at least. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 75000 | 0 | Air bag light lit up. Shop read the code and said problem was triggered by a seat belt switch. Reset the AB light and so far it hasnt re-lit. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 29000 | 0 | PCV Valve replacement and check engine light reset. |
| Mar | 2013 | 36000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 29000 | 0 | Bad coil pack. Bad timing belt due to a defective piece of engine cover rubbing the belt. Took shop over a week of trial and error to solve problem. In the end I ended up having an entire timing belt job done at 18000 miles. |
| Jul | 2011 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 58000 | 0 | Airbag light on seat belt sensor non-functional. Apparently not covered vwoa after much coercion paid for just the part and I have to pay labor. |
| Feb | 2012 | 67000 | 220 | Driver's cv axle boot torn - replaced drivers side axle Seatbelt sensor for airbag failed, new seatbelt fastener required. I called VOA to complain they sent me a new fastener and I installed it myself. Replaced seatbelt, noticed airbag light still came back on.. Dealer had open recall for under seat sensor dealer fixed sensor and reset light. |
| Mar | 2012 | 67000 | 0 | CEL on diagnostic tool points to EVAP issue |
| Oct | 2012 | 72000 | 0 | Headliner falling down..related to poor seal for roof-mounted antenna. |
| Mar | 2013 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 50000 | 0 | Sold with miscellaneous interior squeaks/rattles which were not covered under warranty. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 78000 | 291 | Replaced intake manifold control motor Replaced cracked vacuum pump hose. Scheduled oil change. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 14000 | 0 | Seatbelt retracted very slowly. Dealer replaced it during normal oil service. |
| Feb | 2008 | 24000 | 119 | |
| Dec | 2008 | 44000 | 80 | Replaced rear brake pads due to wear and tear. Changed oil at the same time. |
| Jul | 2009 | 48000 | 0 | Warning chime for having lights on no longer worked. |
| Sep | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Door locking mechanism was not working correctly. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 8060 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 12400 | 0 | Compass in instrument cluster multi-function display was no longer being displayed and no longer appeared in the settings menu. Fixed by disconnecting battery for 15 minutes to force ECM and compass module reset. |
| May | 2008 | 15500 | 0 | Check engine light came on at 24 500 km, went off by itself at around 25 100 km, after a ~200 km trip. |
| Jun | 2008 | 16740 | 0 | Check Engine light again at 27000 km. This time it's a misfire on Cylinder 2. Reset computer by disconnecting battery for 15 minutes to clear CEL. |
| Sep | 2008 | 20460 | 0 | Manufacturer TSB for intake flap motor replacement that was causing the frequent Check Engine lights. |
| Nov | 2008 | 22940 | 10 | Intake snorkel access cover went missing. Replaced with new part. |
| Aug | 2009 | 34100 | 0 | Driver and passenger door were damaged last winter by ice accumulation that deformed the sheetmetal near the hinges. This was repaired this August under warranty as it was covered by a manufacturer issued TSB. |
| Jan | 2010 | 39680 | 0 | Electric door lock mechanism sensor failed on driver's side door. The car could no longer determine if door was locked or not, so the "door locked" light on driver's door was lit at all times when car was running, even if door wasn't locked. |
| Apr | 2010 | 42160 | 0 | Driver's seat height adjustment mechanism seized. |
| Feb | 2011 | 57040 | 1050 | Worn rear-right wheel bearing. Rear washer jet seized to mounting nut and started tracking with the wiper. Wiper motor assembly replaced. |
| Mar | 2011 | 58900 | 10 | Roof-mounted whip antenna broke off at base. Caused by water infiltration in antenna that caused it to corrode internally. |
| Sep | 2011 | 69440 | 650 | Relay 167 failed, causing the ECU to stop seeing 4 critical sensors. This caused the ECU to shut down the turbocharger and put the engine in limp mode. |
| Nov | 2011 | 71920 | 0 | Extremely rough idle and check engine light when cold-starting engine. Dealership replaced injector for Cylinder 3 and R&R intake manifold. Rust and paint peeling on hatchback. Waiting on VW Canada analysis for warranty coverage. |
| Jan | 2012 | 74400 | 0 | Rust developed on hatch and driver side fender. Dealership noticed that rear hatch handle was badly corroded internally while repairing a rust problem. |
| Feb | 2012 | 76000 | 200 | Air recycle flap motor failed, blocking the flap in the recycle position, causing excessive window fogging when driving. Since HVAC was disassembled, also changed blower motor as a preventative measure because it was getting noisy. |
| Apr | 2012 | 78700 | 200 | Rear wiper nozzle broke |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 22000 | 0 | A/C compressor stopped working. |
| Oct | 2010 | 49000 | 0 | The A/C stopped working. Shop replaced a faulty switch. |
| Apr | 2011 | 52000 | 0 | Front wheel bearings needed replacement. Decided to trade car in. |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 57000 | 0 | Airbag Warning Light and Recall for ignition coils |
| Apr | 2011 | 59000 | 0 | Typo on previous entry: the mileage was 59,000, not 54,000. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 43000 | 0 | airbag fault / problem in passenger seatbelt |
| Jul | 2009 | 50000 | 100 | compressor blew apart. replaced all parts of the A/C |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | Pads were well within tolerances, however were squealing upon braking. Brought to dealer in conjunction with 10,000mi servicing. |
| Oct | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | A/C was totally dead. Replaced compressor, condenser, and two valves |
| Jun | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Passenger seat belt retractor failed and left the belt inoperable, hanging slack. Replaced under warranty. Required two visits, the second lasting several hours. |
| Aug | 2008 | 22000 | 0 | Intake Flap Motor failed. CEL set. Part ordered. Parts replaced, code cleared. |
| Sep | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | CEL came on again. Took to dealer, found that the new Intake Flap Motor had failed. Ordered another. Scheduled appointment to return for installation. Replaced intake flap motor. Code cleared. |
| Dec | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | High beams non-functional due to shutter motor failing. Required ordering of new motor and controller, which have been on order for two weeks now. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 0 | Low pressure switch | |
| Oct | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | Valve cover gasket |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | Roof sun glasses holder was not staying closed. Seat rattles/squeaks and rattle in rear passanger panel by the window. Sluggish performance and transmission roughness. |
| Aug | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 86000 | 250 | The MIL (check engine) light came on and the dealer diagnosed it as a small leak in the evaporative emission system. The dealer replaced a hose. CEL came back on 2 days later. Dealer is trying to figure out next steps. |
| Apr | 2012 | 86300 | 95 | It was found that the wastegate had a small leak which was causing a check engine light. The wastegate was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 94000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 56000 | 120 | Intake manifold motor failure |
| Jun | 2011 | 90000 | 400 | Engine idle surging. PCV valve replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 97000 | 265 | Wheel bearing replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 140000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 30000 | 0 | VW pre-TSB courtesy preventive replacement of all four ignition coils. I smell coolant smell inside the car, suspected the heater core. Dealer performed pressure test of cooling system ("...pressurized cooling system for an hour...") but found no leaks. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 20000 | 0 | AC compressor seized. Compressor, condenser, receiver/drier replaced. Hoses and evaporator cleaned. System recharged. |
| Jan | 2008 | 23000 | 45 | All rotating steering wheel controls, lights and horn stopped working. Air bag light came on. |
| Aug | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | ECP and MIL lights on. Reflash of ECU solved the problem. Also had the 30K miles service performed. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 6000 | 0 | "NO SAT RADIO" displayed intermittently. Dealer said they couldn't duplicate. Has since been fixed under TSB which will be reported for next month. |
| Nov | 2006 | 8000 | 0 | "No Sat Radio" displayed when turning on. First trip to dealer told VW wasn't aware of the issue. A TSB was issued 2 weeks later. |
| Oct | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | CEL caused by intake flapper motor sensor - out of range. |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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