CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Volkswagen GTI has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (43 reports).
1Recalls
67Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
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2008 Volkswagen GTI recalls
Most common 2008 Volkswagen GTI problems
Problem areas named in the 67 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 43 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
THE RPMS ONLY GO TO 4000 THE HEADLIGHTS ARE CONSTANTLY BLOWN, ONE OF THE FANS DOES NOT WORK ....THERE ARE A LOT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, THE MASS AIR INTAKE FLOW ISSUES WITH THAT THERE'S JUST A LOT OF ISSUES. IT'S AFFECTED THE ELECTRICAL, SPEED CONTROL, AIRBAGS, VISIBILITY AND WIPER,LIGHTING, FUEL SYSTEM MASS AIR INTAKE SENSOR
EA888 HAS A KNOWN TIMING CHAIN AND CHAIN TENSIONER ISSUE THAT CAUSES ENGINE FAILURE.
THE CAR JERKS OUT WHEN U ACCELERATE. THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT'S IN MANUAL WHEN TAKING OFF.
2.0 T USE OF EXCESSIVE OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES
CAR LOSS POWER HAD TO BE TOWED TO VOLTSWAGON LATER THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WAS FOUND TO HAVE FAILED CAUSING A LOST OF POWER WHILE ON THE ON RAMP TO THE HIGHWAY. THERE WAS ALSO DAMAGE DONE TO THE MOTOR FROM THE INTERNAL METAL FRAGMENTS FROM WHERE THE PUMP WORKS WITH THE CAM SHAFT AND THE METAL FELL INTO THE MOTOR. HAD TO HAVE A NEW ENGINE REPLACE MENT MILEAGE 135000.
2008 Volkswagen GTI questions
Does the 2008 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Volkswagen GTI: Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volkswagen GTI?
Based on 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (43), Exterior Lighting (7), Fuel/Propulsion System (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Volkswagen GTI 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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