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2003 Volkswagen GTI

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Volkswagen GTI. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 26% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (18%) and electrical system (14%).

At a glance

Complaints
72 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 26% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
22 to 24 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Volkswagen GTI. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 26% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (18%) and electrical system (14%).

  • Air bags 26%
  • Drivetrain & axles 18%
  • Electrical system 14%
  • Engine 7%
  • Cooling system 4%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2003 Volkswagen GTI

Recalls

The 2003 Volkswagen GTI is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 2003 Volkswagen GTI

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 Volkswagen GTI. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 28 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the GTI