2012 Volkswagen GTI
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Volkswagen GTI. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (13%) and air bags (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 52 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 27% of complaints
- Recalls
- 2
- Fuel economy
- 25 to 27 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Volkswagen GTI. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (13%) and air bags (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 Volkswagen GTI
Recalls
The 2012 Volkswagen GTI is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2012 Volkswagen GTI. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 27 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 33 highway.