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Common Problems with 2011 Volkswagen GTI

Retrospectively, the 2011 Volkswagen GTI had 53 complaints, and 38% of issues had something to do with ENGINE problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2011 Volkswagen GTI?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2011 Volkswagen GTI fall into the category of ENGINE. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ENGINE 20 POWER TRAIN 14 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 3 STEERING 2 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2 SUSPENSION 1 SEAT BELTS 1 SERVICE BRAKES 1 VISIBILITY/WIPER 1

Worst 2011 Volkswagen GTI Problems

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

ENGINE
2011 Volkswagen GTI October 4, 2014 Mileage: 45000 miles

Engine will stall and die within 5-20 seconds after starting. happens on a warm engine after it sits for 45-60 minutes. happened multiple times, each...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011 Volkswagen GTI March 20, 2018 Mileage: 100000 miles

'takata recall' on the horn, it stopped working, checked the horn, and fuses and wasnt that. 'takata recall' on the front lights, checked the bulbs a...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011 Volkswagen GTI November 4, 2018 Mileage: 56600 miles

Ongoing engine misfire issues. after 3 visits to dealership and replacement of coils, fuses, relays, etc, root cause determined to be a short between...