MYRModel Year Report

2017 Volkswagen GTI

● Typical for this model
2017 Volkswagen GTI
RENDERED 2026-09-16T20:35:47.336Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen GTI Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 2 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 0 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1996: 9 complaints 1997: 10 complaints 1997 1998: 10 complaints 1999: 8 complaints 2000: 45 complaints 2001: 74 complaints 2002: 124 complaints 2003: 53 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2005: 8 complaints 2006: 43 complaints 2007: 77 complaints 2008: 67 complaints 2009: 167 complaints 2009 2010: 53 complaints 2011: 55 complaints 2012: 40 complaints 2013: 34 complaints 2014: 10 complaints 2015: 97 complaints 2015 2016: 66 complaints 2017: 52 complaints 2017 2018: 16 complaints 2019: 179 complaints 2020: 8 complaints 2021: 4 complaints 2021 2022: 28 complaints 2023: 6 complaints 2024: 28 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025
2017: 52 complaints
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YearComplaints
19852
19862
19872
19880
19890
19900
19911
19920
19930
19940
199518
19969
199710
199810
19998
200045
200174
2002124
200353
20047
20058
200643
200777
200867
2009167
201053
201155
201240
201334
201410
201597
201666
201752
201816
2019179
20208
20214
202228
20236
202428
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 29%

29% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.

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On June 24, 2026, Safety Recall 20UF (Suction Jet Pump) was completed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer. Upon leaving the dealership, the vehicle immediately experienced a severe engine stall and extended no-start condition.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260724

Also filed under ENGINE

ENGINE 27%

27% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.

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Fuel pump and thermostat failure. Known issue on 2017 GTI models and VW corporate will not grant an exception for the class action settlement since vehicle is outside of coverage period.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260728

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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THERE IS A MAJOR DEFECT WITH THE CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE OF THIS VEHICLE THAT IS CAUSING DEEP CUTS AND GASHES ON PEOPLE'S HANDS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210108

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 10%

10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.

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The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. The EPC warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart after an hour.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240501

The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen GTI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240417

VISIBILITY/WIPER 6%

6% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.

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REAR WINDOW SHATTERED WHILE STATIONARY UNDER A CAR PORT IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURE. BOUGHT THE CAR BAND NEW SATURDAY. OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES WERE BELOW 0. SUNDAY (THE DAY AFTER BUYING THE CAR) THE REAR WINDOW WAS SHATTERED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161220

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191119 — electrical system, steering

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Campaign 19V615000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20231212 — RQ (closed 20240701)

Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)

R 20240725 — fuel system, gasoline

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024.

Campaign 24V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Volkswagen GTI — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V615000 (electrical system, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2013 ▲ 2012 ▲ 2006

WORST YEARS

■ 2019 ■ 2009 ■ 2002

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Volkswagen GTI reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Volkswagen GTI is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen GTI?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen GTI have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.