2023 Volkswagen GTI
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2023: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 124 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 77 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 179 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 29 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 6 total reports mention: power train.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 6 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Show complaint excerpts
Backup camera, parking sensors, traffic sensors, A/C frequently are disabled. âComponent protection modeâ is activated and it says it must be taken to the dealer for these items to work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-29
Also filed under Back over prevention
Service brakes
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-11-15Engine and engine cooling22V707000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
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2023-02-14Back over prevention22V823000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available.
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2023-07-06Suspension23V437000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023.
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2024-07-15Back over prevention24V480000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.
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2025-03-05Back over prevention25V103000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles. A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Volkswagen GTI — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V707000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 22V823000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 23V437000 · Suspension
- Recall 24V480000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 25V103000 · Back over prevention
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- Is the 2023 Volkswagen GTI reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen GTI?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen GTI have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.