2001 Volkswagen GTI problems by component
74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Volkswagen GTI, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 21 | 28% | 50,000 mi |
| Air Bags → | 19 | 26% | 61,000 mi |
| Visibility → | 10 | 14% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 8% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 8% | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 7% | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 5% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 5% | — |
| Seats | 4 | 5% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 4% | — |
| Tires | 3 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 3% | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.