2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
102
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
20
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
The 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI has received a total of 102 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. 20 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Trainautomatic Transmission (24 complaints), Power Train (14 complaints), and Air Bags (11 complaints).
Recalls for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI, potentially affecting up to 340,000 vehicles.
Recall 07V442000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 340,000 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.
Consequence: NONCOMPLIANCE CAN INHIBIT PROPER HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT FOR ROADWAY ILLUMINATION, IMPROPERLY AIMED HEADLAMPS COULD CAUSE REDUCED ROAD VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
102 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingengine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainmanual Transmission | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingbrake Lights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainmanual Transmissioncolumn Shift Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I hydroplaned and was t-boned on the passenger side. The only air bags that went off were the side curtains on the passenger side
The front passenger airbag has been verified by a service centre to have some kind of issue, is a safety hazard and they confirmed other of the same type airbags have had faults as well (in their experience).
THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER AUTOMATICALLY PUTS THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND WONT LET THE CAR MOVE FOWARD, ITS AN ELECTRONIC COMPONENT THAT TELLS THE TRANSMISSION WHAT GEAR THE CAR IS ON.
AIR BAG FAILURE FOR CAR, TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AND THERE IS A TSB 69-11-01 FOR UPDATING THE SEAT OCCUPANT MODULE J706 BUT FAULTS WOULD NOT CLEAR SO RECOMMEND REPLACE J706 WITH SEAT OCVUONAT SENSOR BUT VOLKSWAGEN SAYS THE PART IS OBSOLETE AND THEY DON'T MAKE IT ANYMORE AND THERE ARE NO AFTER MARKET MODULE AVAILABLE! THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS FAULTY AND WON'T WORK WITH OUT THIS MODULE AND NOW NO ONE CAN RIDE IN THE FAR!!
TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNED A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROAD AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER WAS FATALLY INJURED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A STORAGE LOT WHERE AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO FAILURE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
Safety Rating for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 20 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
V871806201994715 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
Ref. - Reflash U — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
TT-20-06-145 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
VOLKSWAGEN: REMOVE AND INSPECT CAM FOLLOWER FROM TIMING COVER/CYLINDER HEAD, AFTER REPLACING HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, FOR ANY WEAR AND IF FOUND, NOTIFY DEALER TECHNICIAN FOR ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS. MODEL 2006-2007 JETTA A5, GTI, PASSAT. *PE UPDATED 12/2/14. *PE
V011417 2014077 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin (Internal Control Module Memory Check Sum Errors): This document contains Updates for the Engine Control Module using the SVM Unit code as listed in the document to address the Memory Check Sum Errors issue. The production solution for these issues is A change to ECM software was completed...
Update — COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Quick Reference Update Guide
TT2006145a — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
If replacing the high pressure fuel pump, also remove and inspect the cam follower from the timing cover/cylinder head to inspect it for wear. If wear is found, contact the Volkswagen Dealer Technician Helpline Powertrain Team for additional instructions.
Edition63 — ENGINE
VW Elsa Newsletter
TT 20-06-145 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Tech Tips (2.0 Turbo FSI (BPY) High Pressure Fuel Pump Replacement): If replacing the high pressure fuel pump, also remove and inspect the cam follower from the timing cover/cylinder head to inspect it for wear. If wear is found, contact the Volkswagen Dealer Technician Helpline Powertrain Team for additional instructions....
42LBAR — ENGINE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TT 37-11-05 — POWER TRAIN
Tech Tips (Measure Value Block Request): If a request has been made for several MVBs from a DSG transmission, the test plan "Read measured values for obligation to report" can be selected. This function will retrieve all of the MVBs from the transmission which can be attached to a VTA...
Showing 10 of 20 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLKSWAGEN GTI
- 2002 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 141 complaints
- 2003 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 72 complaints
- 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 13 complaints
- 2005 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 12 complaints
- 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 57 complaints
- 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI (current)
- 2008 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 76 complaints
- 2009 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 293 complaints
- 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 68 complaints
- 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 65 complaints
- 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 52 complaints
Other VOLKSWAGEN Models
- VOLKSWAGEN JETTA — 13,715 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 10,288 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE — 3,613 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 3,104 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS — 2,635 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 1,991 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 — 1,568 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN CC — 1,356 total complaints