2006 Volkswagen GTI recalls and problems
The 2006 Volkswagen GTI has 2 safety recalls and 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Volkswagen GTI vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Volkswagen GTI recalls
Recall 07V-442: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw.
Risk: Noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. The recall will begin on october 31, 2007. Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall 07V-063: Exterior Lighting
Problem: On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Risk: The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
2006 Volkswagen GTI problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 7
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
- Tires › Sidewall — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
- Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 1
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 47,400 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2006 Volkswagen GTI complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Volkswagen GTI years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Volkswagen GTI: 07V-442 (exterior lighting), 07V-063 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Volkswagen GTI?
Owners report power train problems most often (11 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 47,400 miles.
Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.