2008 Volkswagen GLI Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2008 Volkswagen GLI has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (1 report).

0Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your GLI?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Volkswagen GLI recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2008 Volkswagen GLI.

Most common 2008 Volkswagen GLI problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags1

What owners report

2016-11-30, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN GLI. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 93,000. UPDATED 02/15/17*LJ

2008 Volkswagen GLI questions

Does the 2008 Volkswagen GLI have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2008 Volkswagen GLI at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volkswagen GLI?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Volkswagen GLI has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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