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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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3VW5T7AUXHM••••••2017 Volkswagen GTI
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2017 Volkswagen GTI build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
50on the model
30builds in total
Most reportedEngine 2Fuel/propulsion System 2Electrical System 1Power Train 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineJun 2026
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. During the recall service, liquid fuel flooded the…
Fuel/propulsion SystemDec 2024
Earlier in 2024, Volkswagen of America issued a recall for the Suction Jet Pump, on the 14th of December i went to VW of Pompano Beach in Florida, to get the recall done, however, after they delivered back the car, it started to leak fuel after i put gas on it. On December 17th…
Power TrainFeb 2020
48k on the car, and I was informed of the leaking thermostat housing that is apparently known for going on this car as a defective part: vw did not tell me! I was informed by my tech who fortunately discovered the issue 1500 miles before my warranty expired. Vw should not charge…
Electrical SystemApr 2019
At around 28,000 miles, when the temperature outside was near freezing and the car had been sitting overnight, I noticed a rotational squeaking/chirping noise when the interior fan speed was on the lower settings. The frequency would change when the fan speed changed. The issue…
EngineMar 2019
Noticed burning coolant smell coming from the engine compartment after the vehicle reached operating temperature and the car was stopped. Could hear a sizzling noise with the engine off and the hood open. The coolant level was at the minimum line. The dealer diagnosed a leaking…
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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 3VW5T7AUXHM051681 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.