2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Problems and Repair Histories
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2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTIs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2007 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 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
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| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 65000 | 130 | Vacuum hose leak - no power brakes and unstable idle. |
| Apr | 2011 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | Burning oil |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 5000 | 58 | Rear door does not closed correctly even though the sensor shows is OK. Aligned, but not well enough. |
| Jan | 2008 | 18000 | 0 | Under warranty, replaced caps for front headlights and rattle from the center console. Also tried to ajust the rear hatch but without success. Need to reschedule for this problem. |
| Feb | 2008 | 19000 | 60 | After 2 unsuccessful allignments they desided they need to order hinges for the rear door! |
| Mar | 2008 | 19000 | 0 | Hinges replaced. |
| Apr | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | They align the rear door again! |
| Jun | 2008 | 25000 | 0 | Sunroof could not close. So they replace the entire sunroof! |
| Aug | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Rattle from under the dash could not be replicated. Recalled also repair successfully. Sunglass holder repair. |
| Apr | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Rattles in dashboard Driver door was misaligned. Panel from roof came off by the rear hatch where the hinges are. |
| May | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Engine light on. Replace valve. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in West Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | AC compressor failure - covered under warranty | |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | O2 sensor failure - covered under warranty | |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | Cruise control stalk failure - covered under warranty | |
| Jul | 2010 | 58000 | 43 | AC would not adequately cool the vehicle after temps reached the mid-90s. VW shop checked all HVAC components, found no issue. AC seems to function normally now. |
| Aug | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 66500 | 500 | O2 sensor bad; not happy as the other sensor was replaced just a year ago. |
| Mar | 2013 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Oil change and a airbag light came on for a bad sensor on the driver's seat. |
| Jun | 2008 | 31000 | 14 | Replaced seat belt harness under warranty. Airbag light was on so I took it in during my 30,000 service. |
| Sep | 2011 | 76000 | 1200 | Timing belt and idler pulley. Camshaft follower and coolant flush. All fully preventive. |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 57000 | 0 | Oil being pushed out past the oil cap seal. Replaced PCV system. |
| Dec | 2011 | 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 Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 55700 | 0 | Car was hesitating under heavy load (driving fast up the Rocky Mountains), but would recover under normal driving conditions or if the car was turned off for a couple of minutes. Dealer replaced a faulty fuel sensor. No problems since. |
| Dec | 2011 | 58000 | 0 | Oil rings replaced due to abnormal oil consumption. |
| Mar | 2013 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 11160 | 0 | steering rack was groaning Numerous rattles Paint peeling |
| Aug | 2008 | 12400 | 0 | A/c broke, fixed with new compressor. Timing belt needed to be replaced after it "slipped off". |
| Apr | 2010 | 37200 | 0 | cruise control switch needed replacement |
| Sep | 2012 | 74400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 22320 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 32220 | 0 | Fuel line sensor replaced. It was causing a check engine light and was included in a recall. |
| Aug | 2010 | 38280 | 0 | Engine cooling fan failed. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Stereo Bass level and volume would suddenly increase when decelerating. The speed sensitive volume was acting in the opposite direction. Fixed via software flash under warranty. | |
| May | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | Check engine light came on for air intake. Required known ECU flash. |
| Mar | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Fuel tank vapor valve stuck - continuous clicking trying to open. |
| Dec | 2010 | 70000 | 75 | Audio system stuck on CD mode. |
| Dec | 2012 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Check airbag light. TSB performed on passenger wiring harness under warranty. | |
| Nov | 2007 | 10000 | 0 | 2 TSB's performed. One to reflash the radio to remove "bass spikes". Another to replace the driver door control/window motor to correct security led remaining on. |
| Jan | 2008 | 11000 | 0 | Emergency brake handle rattled. Center dash diffuser vent rattled. |
| Apr | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 74700 | 550 | Rear brake pads and rotors replaced for first time. Sensor bad in coolant reservoir. Reservoir/sensor assembly replaced. |
| Dec | 2010 | 99000 | 250 | Replaced left front CV boot which was torn. |
| Jun | 2011 | 111000 | 90 | Power lumbar support keeps blowing fuse. Probably needs new switch. A/C takes about 5 minutes to start blowing cold. Dealer said it's normal on a hot day. Possibly a switch getting stuck. Could try a $350 repair if it keeps doing it. |
| Jul | 2011 | 113000 | 350 | Wipers stopped working. Replaced wiper transmission. |
| Aug | 2011 | 113000 | 0 | Lumbar motor keeps blowing fuse. Switch replaced. Problem still there. Motor needs replacing. Too expensive. |
| 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 Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | Replace faulty paddle shifter switch. New stereo software to correct bass flare/ add clock to radio display. | |
| Oct | 2008 | 12000 | 0 | Tightened loose dashboard fixation screw which was causing rattle on passenger side. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 104300 | 180 | Car was misfiring, throwing CEL's. Mechanic ran fuel injector cleaner through it. |
| Feb | 2013 | 105700 | 0 | Misfires again. |
| Mar | 2013 | 107000 | 0 | Find bad TPMS sensor. |
| 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 4dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Airbag warning light was on. Shop traced it to a bad contact, problem went away after they took the airbag assembly apart and put it back together. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Replaced engine control module power relay | |
| Mar | 2008 | 22000 | 0 | Dead ECU. |
| May | 2010 | 62000 | 100 | Replaced rear pads and rotors. |
| Jun | 2010 | 63000 | 150 | Replaced a torn CV joint boot. |
| Sep | 2012 | 104000 | 320 | EPC light, replaced crank sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 117000 | 300 | Replaced a CV joint boot. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | Left tail light went out | |
| Dec | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Light bulb replaced. |
| May | 2010 | 32000 | 0 | Fuel pump went out after being in body shop for two months, causing car to stall. Fuel might have gone bad? VW replaced for free under warranty. |
| Dec | 2012 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 19840 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 34720 | 130 | Surface corrosion in door sill |
| Dec | 2009 | 35340 | 0 | Surface corrosion in door sill repaired once VW confirmed that it was a warranty covered item. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 64000 | 550 | Front wheel bearing went bad. Dealer discovered rear wheel bearing was also bad. Two wheel bearings were replaced. |
| Apr | 2009 | 98000 | 0 | Headlight bulb burned out. Replaced. Other headlight burned out 2 weeks later. Replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 161700 | 350 | Check engine light was periodically on. It was discovered that the front O2 sensor wiring was shorting out. O2 sensor was replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 206500 | 0 | Air bag light was on. Checked error code and saw service bulletin was issued for bad wiring connector under seat. Removed connector and soldered wires together. Fixed |
| Mar | 2013 | 210000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 8060 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 52700 | 200 | seal leak on transaxle output shaft |
| May | 2011 | 59520 | 0 | leaking transmission seal |
| Nov | 2011 | 69860 | 800 | Leaking transmission seal. R and r output. Earnings and r and r seals |
| Mar | 2013 | 88040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 40920 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 44020 | 0 | AC not blowing cold air Radio cracking sound when wet Smyrna replaced |
| Jun | 2012 | 61380 | 0 | Lack of cold air from the ac. |
| Mar | 2013 | 73160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 42780 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 48540 | 0 | Directional tabs broke off of 3 vents (2 in front, 1.in rear). Dealer ordered parts. |
| Jul | 2012 | 60720 | 0 | Airbag warning light was on. Passenger airbag replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68200 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 24800 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 27900 | 100 | Air noise at highway speeds from rear passenger door. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
102-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 103300 | 400 | rear window shattered. Had freezing rain, started car to defrost,came out window shattered |
| Mar | 2013 | 154380 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automated manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 16000 | 0 | Vehicle stalled without warning in traffic. Low fuel sensor malfunction caused engine to shut down. Rear hatch strut failure, seal on hydraulic pressure strut failed. Hatch will not stay open on its own. Dealer does not have part in stock, needed to be ordered, awaiting arrival of part. |
| Nov | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | New hatch strut installed. Car stalling from "overheating solenoid." A/C conking out. |
| Aug | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 3000 | 0 | Rattle in dash |
| May | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 48000 | 0 | Tail light replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | 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 Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | A/C Compressor failure, replaced compressor and parts of A/C system per TSB. Warranty repair. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Failed ABS pump fixed under warranty. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 0 | Intake manifold flap motor fixed under warranty. | |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Drivers door rattle, intermittent interior lights and low pressure fuel pump. Scan code showed bad door latch. Replaced under warranty. Appears to be repaired. |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 35960 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 36580 | 0 | Faulty mass air flow. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 14000 | 0 | Also brake lights did not work, reverse lights came on when brake pedal was depressed. Ordered and replaced brake light switch, also under warranty. CEL due to flapper motor. Replaced under warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | 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 California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | Airbag fault sensor connector went bad. Replaced part, took about 2 hours. Covered by warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | 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 Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 16120 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 42160 | 0 | Fuel cap warning light came on, leading up to a MIL. Minor EVAP leap detected, vacuum hose replaced as per TSB. |
| Jun | 2012 | 50840 | 0 | Timing belt tensioner squeaking / chirping noises on cold starts. |
| Mar | 2013 | 53940 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 54000 | 1900 | A/C STOPPED AROUND 51,000 MILES,CAR WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIR,DEALER CALLED AND SAID THAT THE AC WAS BLOWING COOL AIR,NOT COLD.THEN SAID THAT THEY CHECKED COMPRESSURE OIL AND FOUND METAL PARTICALS SO THE TOTAL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. |
| Jul | 2012 | 56000 | 875 | CHECK ENGINE LIGHT,COLD START MISFIRE,DEALER SAID THE CAR WAS FIXED,CAR SAT FOR 4 HOURS,RESTARTED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK ON,BACK TO DEALER FOR REPAIR,THEY SAID THAT THEY NEED TO KEEP CAR.WAS TOLD THAT THEY REPLACED 2 INJECTORS |
| 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 New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 60000 | 0 | Bad catalytic converter. |
| Dec | 2012 | 139000 | 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 New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 12000 | 0 | Problem with radio. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | Sudden loss of turbo boost pressure driving. Determined to be a faulty diverter valve. | |
| May | 2008 | 0 | Stuck sunroof (would not close). Dealer re-lubed mechanical components under warranty. Problem fixed. | |
| Oct | 2008 | 0 | Power lumbar in the driver seat stopped functioning. Servos and motors replaced under warranty. Rear disc brakes started squeaking. Dealer determined the cause to be worn pads and rotors. Replaced, but out of pocket. Navigation system locked up. Dealer flashed to latest firmware, which fixed the problem. | |
| Nov | 2008 | 0 | First airbag malfunction light. Determined to be a faulty igniter. | |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Second airbag malfunction light. Another faulty igniter replaced. | |
| May | 2011 | 0 | Third airbag malfunction light. Airbag harness under driver seat repaired under recall. All four ignition coils also replaced during the same visit (another recall). | |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | Fourth airbag malfunction light. Entire harness replaced under recall. | |
| Oct | 2011 | 56000 | 110 | Hatch gas struts failed. No longer under warranty, so I bought the parts and repaired it myself. |
| 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 South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 11000 | 0 | Popping sound in front suspension under load. Resolved by tightening subframe bolts. |
| May | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | Nozzle popped off of rear window washer. Installed nozzle |
| Sep | 2009 | 26000 | 550 | Cooked the brakes during a mountain run; replaced front pads and rotors. |
| Nov | 2010 | 36000 | 1200 | Creaking from front end. Diagnosed as control arm bushings, existing TSB. Parts on hand, fixed under warranty same day. Rear wiper nozzle popped off. Replaced with new design under warranty. Buzzing from center console, could not reproduce. Mechanism for sliding seat forward and back broken on driver's seat |
| Nov | 2011 | 50000 | 200 | One of the HID headlamps burned out. Purchased new headlamp and attempted to replace myself unsuccessfully. Took to dealer to reinsert bulbs. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 37000 | 0 | Cold start issues. Intermittent fuel cut-out. Dealer replaced the air-intake sensor. Helped with the cold start issue. Still have an issue with the fuel cut-out. |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 75300 | 250 | Cam follower failed. |
| May | 2010 | 75700 | 1500 | Intake cam fuel pump lobe heavily worn. |
| Mar | 2013 | 132000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Driver side fog light harness melted. Wrong part ordered, part had to be re-ordered. Passenger door back-lighting failed. Dealership diagnosed the problem incorrectly, new appointment made for correct diagnosis. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | New driver-side fog light harness installed. New passenger door regulator installed. | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Air Conditioner compressor seized. New compressor, evaporator, & expansion chamber ordered and installed under warranty. | |
| Oct | 2008 | 0 | Sirius module failed, center arm rest would not lock into place, Navigation screen on MFD failed. New Sirius module, arm rest, & gauge cluster ordered and installed under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 51000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 30000 | 0 | Short in electrical system of passenger side mirror turn signal. Dealer replaced mirror signal electronics unit. |
| Jul | 2010 | 42000 | 0 | Radiator Fan Assembly replaced since 1 of 2 radiator fans had failed, causing remaining working radiator fan to operate at above "normal" speed to make up for cooling loss. |
| Aug | 2010 | 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. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Mexico, Mexico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 60140 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 61380 | 300 | Mass oxygen sensor replaced @76,000 kilometers |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Replace flapper valves (2) inside dash, these are valves controlling air flow for heat and A/C and they were making a slapping noise. Order parts. Repair squeaking seatbelt retractor driver side. Order parts. Flapper valves replaced, successful. Seatbelt retractor still squeaks and will require another trip to fix it. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | KNOCKING AT IDLE. FORWARD O2 SENSOR REPLACED. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 2000 | 0 | visor light on right side would not turn off when visor was pulled down. replaced switch in visor. sun glasses holder in roof console fell open every bump / expansion joint. holder replaced. |
| Oct | 2007 | 6000 | 0 | pass side seat could be adjusted. entire frame was replaced. |
| Nov | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Brake failure light came on along with abs light. Brake fluid indicator issue turned off abs |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 47000 | 0 | Ipod hookup was not playing well so it was replaced under cerified warranty at no cost to me |
| May | 2011 | 51000 | 0 | The driver side emergency brake handle had a small amount of damage to it. It was replaced under the certified warranty before any further problems developed. |
| Sep | 2012 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 71700 | 550 | Engine cooling system drained, flushed and refilled. Thermostat replaced as preventative maintenance. |
| Aug | 2011 | 74000 | 80 | Oil Filter Housing leaking. Replaced with new OEM part. |
| Dec | 2011 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Defective door lock actuator. |
| Jan | 2010 | 41000 | 0 | Defective power door lock actuator caused (1) fuel pump not to prime upon opening driver's door and (2) windows to not open/close when inserting key in driver's door. |
| Oct | 2010 | 56000 | 40 | Car ran rough on startup in morning, obvious misfire, code indicated cyl 1 misfired. Replaced faulty ignition coil, problem fixed. |
| Nov | 2010 | 56000 | 23 | A second ignition coil failed (2 failures of original coils within a month), not covered by existing VW recall on coils, VW not willing to reimburse. |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 26660 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 32860 | 0 | airbag warning light appeared: replaced wiring to passenger side airbag (repair covered under VW CPO warranty) |
| Aug | 2012 | 36360 | 0 | Fan only works on High, Resistor replaced - covered under VW CPO warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 40920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 70700 | 40 | wire was frayed on spark plug |
| Jul | 2012 | 76000 | 0 | Erased trouble code before inspection failed inspection needed to drive it before going to inspect. Just driving around waiting for system to be ready |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 38000 | 0 | Noisy left rear wheel bearing. Replaced under warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | Rattle coming from HVAC unit at center of the dash. Fixed. Water in the spare tire well, replaced drain plug. Rear windshield wiper spray director fell off, replaced. | |
| Jan | 2010 | 33000 | 150 | The rear brakes were squeaking slightly when cold at low speeds for the past few thousand miles. I brought the car in for scheduled maintenance and asked the mechanic to check the pads. Rear pads were down to less than 1mm. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 9920 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 18600 | 0 | ignition coil TSB; no signs of failure yet |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 2000 | 0 | A rattle coming from the dash was noticeable at highway speeds. Dealer found rattle coming from the right defog vent - dealer insulated vent. Rattle gone. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 58000 | 0 | Grinding of gears for the recirc flapper. Fixed by breaking one of the plastic pins on the flapper, letting the gears reset their position and then re-gluing the pin back in place. |
| Jan | 2013 | 72700 | 0 | Secondary Air Injection pump is having difficulties setting readiness; this is a requirement in PA for emissions testing and have logged 1000 miles trying to let the ECU set the readiness. It has not as of today. |
| Mar | 2013 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 51000 | 483 | Replaced and sealed oil pan gasket. |
| Mar | 2013 | 54000 | 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 Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Intermittent hard start when the engine is cold. The engine will just crank maybe 10 times and won't start. If you turn the car off and try again, it will start right up Dealer could not replicate. Updated ECU. |
| Mar | 2010 | 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 California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | Replaced warped timing belt cover (rubbing on pulley)under warranty. No further problems with this item. | |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | Dealer replaced cracked high-mount brake light lens. | |
| Nov | 2008 | 34000 | 0 | Dome lights failed to operate with doors opening and closing. Dealer diagnosed faulty lighting unit and ordered part. Dealer successfully replaced faulty dome light unit. Also performed VW Recall 03 (ECM software update). |
| Dec | 2008 | 36000 | 0 | Previous "software update" rapair turned up failed air control in intake runner and triggered Check Engine light. Dealer had part on hand and made repair. Successful. |
| May | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Loud rattle in rear, Dealer tightened lose fuel tank straps. Driver's power window express feature not working. Replaced faulty window motor. Now driver's door won't unlock with remote! Total warranty repairs since new $7500! Replaced tail light assembly |
| Dec | 2009 | 50000 | 40 | Dealer changed oil and filter to begin oil consumption test and said that VWs are known for using more oil than usual. |
| Mar | 2010 | 53000 | 0 | Dealer completed 3000 mile oil consumption test. Recorded use rate of one quart per 2000 miles. Stated that one quart per 1200 miles is acceptable. Oil used was Castrol SynTek 5W-40. |
| Oct | 2010 | 63000 | 128 | Engine stumbled at speed and EPC light came on. Went out after restart. Dealer found code P1603 (Control Module Defective Sporadic). VW TSB and Tech Line advised "clear code, wait and see". No problems in two weeks. Drives fine. |
| Mar | 2011 | 69000 | 0 | Engine ran rough on cold start, CEL flashed. Smoothed out and CEL went off. Dealer reported code P303 - random misfire no. 3 cylinder with related service bulletin. All OK now. |
| Jul | 2011 | 76000 | 300 | Left CV boot torn, replaced. |
| Jul | 2012 | 89000 | 425 | Replaced faulty turbo relief valve (CEL code low turbo pressure) and loss of power. |
| Sep | 2012 | 90000 | 1300 | Replaced timing belt, tensioners and water pump |
| Jan | 2013 | 100000 | 300 | Replaced torn right CV boot found during oil change |
| Mar | 2013 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Center vent rattle fixed under warranty. Random bass 'boom' from radio fixed under warranty. | |
| Apr | 2010 | 30700 | 0 | PCV valve failure, replaced under warranty. Car runs but idles badly, check engine light on. |
| Jul | 2011 | 44000 | 0 | Entire fabric of roof headliner detached and fell down. Foam backing on original headliner decomposed leading to total failure of foam and adhesive. Entire headliner replaced by vehicle manufacturer under goodwill (vehicle out of warranty). |
| Jun | 2012 | 52000 | 500 | Electronic throttle failure - multiple warning lights simultaneously. Throttle body and wiring replaced by dealer. Common fault, but out of warranty. Asked VW for goodwill - claim denied so I had to pay full cost of repair. |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 48800 | 0 | Brought it into the dealership because my check engine light came on intermittently over a two day period. A sensor on the turbo was going haywire... fixed on the spot, free under warranty. |
| Mar | 2011 | 77000 | 0 | Two windshield cracks occurred overnight in cold weather. One starts vertically from rearview mirror and turns 90 degrees horizontal, running toward the passenger side, 3 feet long. The other is more than 3 feet long and runs through both wipers. |
| Feb | 2012 | 93000 | 0 | The replacement DSG transmission that VW installed in 2010 started clunking and hesitating and surging, just like the first one did, so I went into the dealer to ask about out-of-warranty replacement cost: $6,600. No repair was performed. The only other unrepaired problem was a Check Engine light which I scanned and it turned out to be a cylinder misfire, probably an old sparkplug or something, so I didn't bother with it. |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Car was making a reverbration in the right front tire. Turned out to be a wheel bearing. Dealer misdiagnosed the problem as the right rear wheel bearing and replaced it instead. |
| Apr | 2010 | 50000 | 39 | Bad wheel bearing in the car. Was taking it in for a rotate and balance and they finally narrowed the issue down to the front passenger side wheel bearing |
| May | 2010 | 51000 | 0 | Airbag sensor showed faulty passenger seat airbag. Dealer replaced airbag in the seat. |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 73000 | 306 | Torn/broken LF CV boot, replaced with a new CV bot turbo diverter valve broken with a torn diaphragm, replaced with a new/redesigned valve. took me less than an hour |
| Mar | 2013 | 90000 | 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. | ||
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Audio system controls 'peeling' - VW replaced entire radio. |
| Jun | 2011 | 33000 | 11 | Some rust developing at top of both front wheel wells. Dremeled to bare metal, primed and repainted. Actual area on both fenders approx 1" x 2.5". Looks 'okay'. |
| Oct | 2011 | 35300 | 200 | Torn outer CV boot (left). No physical damage, so assumption is just a bad boot. Replaced entire half shaft with remanufactured unit vs boot replacement. |
| Oct | 2012 | 44000 | 140 | Door lock module (Driver side) that was replaced when car had 6,500 was defective again at 43,000. Somewhat common issue with Mark IV and V Rabbits/Golfs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 47000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automated manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | Sunroof and center vent rattles. 2nd try to get repaired, told "could not duplicate" (BS). Compass stopped working - I HAD TO TELL THEM HOW TO FIX. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 9000 | 0 | Passenger door window stuck in closed position. Power window fixed. |
| Feb | 2008 | 13000 | 0 | A dashboard support bracket bolt was broken causing the metal support to rattle over bumps. Dashboard had to be removed to replace bolt. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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