2003 Volkswagen GTI problems by component
53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 18 | 34% | 50,600 mi |
| Power Train → | 12 | 23% | 24,250 mi |
| Electrical System | 9 | 17% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 15% | — |
| Structure | 3 | 6% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 4% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 4% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 4% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.