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Common Problems with 2006 Volkswagen GTI

Retrospectively, the 2006 Volkswagen GTI had 35 complaints, and 20% of issues had something to do with AIR BAGS problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2006 Volkswagen GTI?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2006 Volkswagen GTI fall into the category of AIR BAGS. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

AIR BAGS 7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 5 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 4 ENGINE 4 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 3 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 3 POWER TRAIN 2 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1 SERVICE BRAKES 1 VISIBILITY/WIPER 1

Worst 2006 Volkswagen GTI Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

AIR BAGS
2006 Volkswagen GTI May 28, 2011 Victims: 2 Mileage: 69800 miles

I lost control on a very sharp turn by a steep drop-off in the north carolina mountains. when first leaving the road at approximately 35-40 mph, the f...

POWER TRAIN
2006 Volkswagen GTI December 21, 2010 Mileage: 80050 miles

Owner of a 2006 vw gti, threw engine code for known tsb regarding cam follower and cam shaft wear at the high pressure fuel pump. mechanic inspected s...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2006 Volkswagen GTI February 23, 2006 Mileage: 30 miles

1) there is an electrical access plate at the base of both the drivers and passengers seat towards the doors. 2) when i get in and out of the car, i...