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2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area
Engine (45%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (4%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (6%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 593 repairs.
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (21%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
Engine not specified
| 39700 mi | replace mechatronics unit on transmission |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD
| 14260 mi | Shaking when engaging 2nd gear from 1st |
| 15900 mi $150 |
shaking when engaging 2nd gear |
| 17980 mi | Car could not move; transmission indicator flashed. Mechatronic unit had to be changed. |
| 10120 mi | Vibration and noise in low gear. DSG clutches replaced. |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 39500 mi | Clutch was squeaking - replaced entire clutch assembly free |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 39000 mi | Main seal went out |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 140820 mi C $3500 |
Transmission failed |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 122hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD
| 37000 mi | something wrong with gearbox. Unable to fix. Will have to go back to garage Jan/Feb |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 105hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 7-speed automated manual FWD
| 47600 mi | Clutch failed on DSG gearbox. |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 13900 mi | Transmission sensor malfunctioning. |
| 63240 mi C $300 |
Left driveshaft changed in a small garage. Car was shaking from left to right (sideways). No vibration in the steering wheel. Vibration more present during acceleration, less present when coasting. |
| 81840 mi C $262 |
The transmission would make a hard knock when shifting in and out of Park, Drive ..etc. The knocking went away after 10-15 minutes of driving, disappearing completely. The dealer said the issue was two wires from the transmission body valve that were disconnected. They repaired them and it runs smooth now. |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 80000 mi US $840 |
Replace rear main seal due to leaking, not uncommon with these engines. Covered less $100 by 9/90 platinum VW extended warranty |
| 35000 mi | Clutch and flywheel replaced due to faulty combo throw-out bearing / slave cylinder. Known issue on forums; had to stand firm with dealer to obtain repair under warranty. |
| 60000 mi US $600 |
I had a front axle that had been bad for a while due to a pothole. Damaged tire and wheel somewhere between 20k and 30k miles. |
| 8060 mi | Clutch clicking when vehicle cold. Dealer found fault with clutch master cylinder, parts ordered and installed. Out of service for four days. All good now. |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 35000 mi US $275 |
Reported rough, jerking shifts and noise while gears disengaged. Dealer found that the mechatronics unit failed and replaced at no charge. |
2010 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 16000 mi | Knocking/rattling of transmission when clutch is disengaged (in). VW dealer diagnosed as worn out throwout bearing which also caused damage to a shift fork. Both replaced with new OEM parts. VW also recommended and replaced new clutch kit. |
| 16800 mi | While in motion, a whirring sound starts when sliding the gear lever into first gear, that continues while in first gear. Increases in pitch. Very distinctive downshifting at 15mph. Dealer dismissed as a characteristic of 1st gear. |
| 95000 mi US $600 |
diagnosis of loud engine area noise while driving. Shop dropped the axle, which narrowed down the noise to the transmission. Transmission test showed a small amount of metal flakes in the transmission fluid. Shop said repair not necessary now as transmission shifts fine, but will keep an eye on it. |
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