2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Problems and Repair Histories
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2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTIs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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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 | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | 22 Golf / GTIs, 9.5 months of data per Golf / GTI, average 96400 miles Small sample size. Join or 22 Golf / GTIs, 9.5 months of data per Golf / GTI, average 96400 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 71000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 72000 | 600 | Front struts were worn out. Front brakes were worn, rotors warped. Front CA bushings worn out. Turbo waste gate malfunctioned, needed to be replaced. |
| Aug | 2010 | 600 | EGR hose blew out, needed to be replaced. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 700 | Replaced EGR | |
| Nov | 2011 | 94000 | 900 | I decided to have the timing belt replaced early (supposed to be 100k) given the age and miles on the car. |
| Apr | 2012 | 98700 | 500 | Front driver and passenger side wheel bearings and hubs were growling loudly. Mechanic replaced both sets (with OEM parts) and problem went away. Also new tires installed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2005 | 0 | Glow Plug Relay replaced | |
| Jun | 2006 | 0 | Injection System replace: below average fuel economy | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 100440 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 101440 | 600 | Main fan broke |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 208320 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 234560 | 350 | Rear brakes and rotors and emergency brake cables |
| Mar | 2013 | 247380 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 70000 | 110 | Brake wear warning light was displayed on dash, prompting me to purchase and replace front rotors and pads. |
| Mar | 2011 | 80000 | 704 | Water pump failure while driving. Replaced thermostat & coolant temp sensor myself to no avail, then took it to repair shop. Shop replaced water pump and timing belt. |
| Feb | 2013 | 101000 | 0 | Failed catalytic converter. |
| Mar | 2013 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 34720 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 37200 | 300 | Secondary air pump replacement Broken coil spring |
| Mar | 2013 | 58900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
240-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 80000 | 0 | Hood support strut failed, hatch struts worn; all replaced. Hood latch handle detached from mechanism; secured with wire loop. |
| Jan | 2012 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 3751 | Replaced rear differential and Haldex unit | |
| Jan | 2009 | 106000 | 50 | Headlight out. |
| Aug | 2010 | 138000 | 278 | antenna mount replaced |
| Feb | 2011 | 146000 | 355 | temperature sensor replaced |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 70000 | 60 | Replaced thermostat and topped off coolant. 45 minute job done in driveway. |
| Apr | 2010 | 73000 | 135 | Water pump began squeaking when hot due to a loose plastic plug behind the pump's pulley. Pump worked fine, just noisy. Replaced at home by me. Fairly simple job. |
| Jun | 2012 | 104000 | 0 | Car was slow starting. Found corrosion on battery terminals. Cleaned connections. Problem gone. |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 57300 | 560 | Car began overheating and flashing STOP warning, towed vehicle to shop where parts were ordered/installed. I paid total cost for parts/labor. Replaced plastic coolant pipe with Gruven metal part as preventative maintenance. |
| Jul | 2012 | 59300 | 650 | Temp gauge not reading accurately, AC compressor & control unit & fans not working. No cold air. |
| Feb | 2013 | 61700 | 0 | AC compressor had failed. Replaced with the new factory unit. |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 34000 | 0 | Cooling fans were dead, A/C needed recharge |
| Oct | 2008 | 47000 | 350 | Strut top bushing and bearings need to be replaced. Very loose steering and popping sound. Tire wear and odd braking also was symptom. Also changed Oil, oil filter, Haldex fluid and filter. Excessive rattle and squeak in center console area, Around HVAC and radio. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 37000 | 0 | Driver window detached from regulator clips. |
| May | 2010 | 40000 | 360 | A/C expansion valve replacement. |
| Feb | 2012 | 67000 | 0 | Repaired the driver door lock microswitch. |
| Mar | 2013 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 90000 | 771 | The car failed to start intermittently starting in February. Had 5 trips with 4 tows to 3 different repair services, finally identified when the problem persisted. It turned out to be the fuel pump, which in turn, burned out the fuel pump relay. |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
200-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 44000 | 1 | I cleared a blocked sunroof drain tube that was causing a water leak into the interior, then vacuumed and deodorized the carpet. |
| Mar | 2010 | 51000 | 300 | Airbag Fault light came on and problem fixed by replacing a wiring harness under driver seat. Replaced the fuse block located on top of battery due to melted terminal surrounding fuse. |
| Dec | 2010 | 55000 | 0 | driver's side window glass became detached from window regulator, removed door panel and place glass back into window regulator. No new parts required, nothing was actually broken, just detached. |
| Apr | 2011 | 57000 | 125 | Front wheel bearing failure. Resolved problem by replacing wheel bearing and wheel hub. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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