1.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
96,200 miles

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problem #2

Apr 192018

GTI

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Gti. While driving various speeds, the front passenger air bag warning indicator remained illuminated, which was a safety concern. The contact also stated that the bulb from the headlight socket detached when the vehicle drove over a bump in the road. In addition, the contact stated that the fog lights failed to function. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

- Victorville, CA, USA

problem #1

Jul 152008

GTI

  • 32,400 miles
1. purchased my 2006 VW Gti on July 15th 2008. Noticed condensation in the third brake light housing. 2. condensation always there. No way to remove brake light to remove the condensation. 3. filing complaint. Possible cracked light or short in light due to the condensation.

- Graham, WA, USA