2008 Volkswagen GTI
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Volkswagen GTI. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 46% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (11%) and engine (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 76 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Transmission 46% of complaints
- Recalls
- 1
- Fuel economy
- 24 to 25 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Volkswagen GTI. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 46% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (11%) and engine (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2008 Volkswagen GTI
Recalls
The 2008 Volkswagen GTI is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2008 Volkswagen GTI. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 29 highway.