repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Volkswagen GTIProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2023 Volkswagen GTI, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-103 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 8, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Volkswagen GTI has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Power train
2Forward collision avoidance
1Back over prevention
1Service brakes
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Electrical system
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2023 Volkswagen GTI recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Front: macpherson strut
Risk. Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2024 Q3
Cooling system: radiator assembly
Risk. A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat, and increasing the risk of fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other GTI year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the GTI median. How we score
'85'86'87'88'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GTI owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Acquired this vehicle at 6,800 miles. At about 10k miles the clutch went out and had to be replaced. This should have been the stock clutch system. I was able to examine the old clutch kit. It was determined that the disk was damaged due to overheating, the throw out bearing had cracked in pieces,…
VW has implemented a so-called and unwanted safety feature called "Hill Assist" which locks the brakes on manual transmisson models when at a standstill which has many times nearly caused an accident. This system locks the brakes when the clutch is activated and brakes are applied and can prevent…
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