CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Volkswagen GTI has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 27 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (40 reports).
2015 Volkswagen GTI recalls
Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk
A seal on a suction jet pump inside the fuel tank can fail, allowing fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway
A buildup of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
Fuel Leak From Pump Can Cause Fire Risk
A problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank can allow fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Fuel pump can fail, causing stalling and crash risk
Improperly nickel-plated components inside the fuel pump may cause the pump to fail.
Fuel Leak at Fuel Rail Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire
A sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
Most common 2015 Volkswagen GTI problems
Problem areas named in the 97 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 40 |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
What owners report
Bought car recently and it came from the dealer with an exlamation point light, audible warning and message in the screen saying "ERROR: Service vehicle. Only leave vehicle in P position". i can also take my key out of the car when not in park. im pretty sure it is a microswitch or entire gear shifter mechanism depending. It is the same thing that happened for Compliance Recall 37L5. copying and pasting info regarding 37L5. Compliance Recall 37L5 â Shift Lever Micro Switch What vehicles are included in Compliance Recall 37L5? Certain 2015-2018 model year Volkswagen Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. What is the concern for Compliance Recall 37L5? Over time, a build-up of silicate on the
Recall service was performed on the fuel system. The vehicle was operating normally before the recall. Shortly after the recall service, the fuel gauge failed and became stuck at mid-level. Dealer refuses to cover the repair and claims it is unrelated, but the timing and failure of another fuel system component suggests otherwise. This presents a safety issue because the driver cannot determine fuel level or range and may impact other recalled vehicles and should be included in the repair of the fuel system. The recall that was performed on the vehicle was "Safety Recall 20UF - Suction Jet Pump". I believe the timing of the failure suggests that the recall work impacted the vehicle fuel syst
I purchased a vehicle from a dealer and there was an open recall for said vehicle. I was looking on the NHTSA.gov website and discovered a document mentioning that it is illegal for a dealership to sell a vehicle with an open & not fixed recall, prior to selling said vehicle. I am not entirely sure what this means for me and my vehicle but, I wanted to submit a claim just in case. Please contact me back if you require more information. I have scheduled a service at a certified Volkswagen dealership in my area to repair the suction jet pump recall for next Thursday (March 6) but, am afraid to drive the car until then as I started experiencing issues 2 days after the purchase of my GTI. Thank
The chrome trim frame on the manual gear shift cover cracks and flakes off, causing dangerous sharp edges that have cut the hands of multiple members of my family. Same as the issue causing VW Service Action 34J7/34L9 except for manual transmission vehicles. Dealership looked up my VIN and said no recall or Service Action was available even though they know it's a common issue.
The contact owned a 2015 Volkswagen GTI A7. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, while accelerating from a stop the vehicle was involved in a front collision caused by loose gravel on the road. The contact stated she lost control and drove into a ditch that struck a concrete culvert. The contact sustained minor injuries such as bruises on her elbows, knees, and head but did not require medical attention. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot which was then towed to the insurance lot for further investigation. A police report was filed. The insurance provider deemed the vehicle totaled and took it to a tow lot. Upon further investigation the cont
2015 Volkswagen GTI questions
Does the 2015 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2015 Volkswagen GTI: Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk; Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway; Fuel Leak From Pump Can Cause Fire Risk; Fuel pump can fail, causing stalling and crash risk; Fuel Leak at Fuel Rail Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen GTI?
Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (40), Unknown Or Other (20), Fuel/Propulsion System (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.