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2013 Volkswagen GTI

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volkswagen GTI. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 26% of complaints. Next are fuel system (17%) and drivetrain & axles (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
42 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 26% 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 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volkswagen GTI. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 26% of complaints. Next are fuel system (17%) and drivetrain & axles (12%).

  • Engine 26%
  • Fuel system 17%
  • Drivetrain & axles 12%
  • Air bags 10%
  • Electrical system 7%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2013 Volkswagen GTI

Recalls

The 2013 Volkswagen GTI is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 Volkswagen GTI

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2013 Volkswagen GTI. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 27 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 33 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the GTI