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3VW447AU1GM••••••2016 Volkswagen GTI
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2016 Volkswagen GTI build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
64on the model
36builds in total
Most reportedFuel/propulsion System 2Visibility/wiper 1Power Train 1Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherJul 2022
On two occasions, warning messages appeared on the dash indicating that multiple government-mandated safety systems -- including airbags, ABS, ESC, and tire pressure monitoring -- were disabled. On first occasion, vehicle was traveling at approximately 30 mph. Dealer was unable…
EngineJul 2020
At the gas station, the vehicle does not allow for normal fuel up to occur. The pump nozzle keeps clicking off and I can't put more than 1/4 tank of gas without the fuel spilling out of the tank filler neck/tube. While driving, the vehicle is experiencing power loss that can be…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2016
Dealer performed recall service for safety recall 16V647 - suction pump. Following service service station pump trips off after filling small amount of gas and gas gauge is inoperative. Dealer has been unable to correctly problem in 3 service visits. Complaint is 2-fold: (1)…
Visibility/wiperJul 2016
Windshield seems very weak. Had 3 bad cracks within 6 months (8000 miles) of buying car, driving the same roads I had zero cracks over 4 1/2 year and 60k+ miles in my previous vehicle
Power TrainJul 2016
In very hot weather (over 110 f) the transmission does not shift properly. It stays in low gears and rev's the engine far too much. At cooler temps it drives fine. Took it into the dealer in july 2016 and was told it was fine
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VW447AU1GM037286 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.