CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Volkswagen GLI has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2021 Volkswagen GLI recalls
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
The rearview camera image may fail to appear on the infotainment screen because of a manufacturing issue with the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system.
Most common 2021 Volkswagen GLI problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
I bought a 2021 VW Jetta GLI in June 2021. There was a recall notice issued in August regarding issues with the front airbag not deploying and/or unexpectedly deploying. I took the car to VW of Kearny Mesa in San Diego, CA, in September 2021. They made the appointment, then when I was at the dealership they said the fix wasn't available. I brought the car in again for repair in February 2022, this time to Mission Bay VW also in San Diego. The car is still with the dealer with no estimated time of completion due to the repair being "extensive."
Sunroof exploded. Glass inside the car as well as outside. Had I been driving, flying debris would have been an issue. Video confirms that the sunroof blew up on its own.
2021 Volkswagen GLI questions
Does the 2021 Volkswagen GLI have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Volkswagen GLI: Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volkswagen GLI?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.