2015 Volkswagen GTI vs 2016 Volkswagen GTI
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Volkswagen GTI | 2016 Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 66 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 857 | 694 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 35,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen GTI | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 40 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 5 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 2 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 11 | 6 |
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
2015 Volkswagen GTI
2016 Volkswagen GTI
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.