2009 Volkswagen Gti: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Volkswagen Gti: 2 recalls, 167 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #09V333000 · 2009 · 16,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) May have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. With insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. If this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash.…
Why it matters: The abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning.
The fix: Volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2009.
Stability control, Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #16V913000 · 2016 · 135,683 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen jetta a5 sedan, 2009 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen, eos, gti, rabbit and Audi a3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen golf a6 vehicles. The antilock brake system (ABS) control unit May fail during ABS or electronic stability control (esc) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.
Why it matters: A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (94): the most common themes are warning light on (41).
- Stability control (69): the most common themes are warning light on (30).
- Transmission & drivetrain (32): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (20), stalls / loses power (7), warning light on (7).
- Electrical (31): the most common themes are warning light on (14), electrical failure (5).
The 2009 Volkswagen Gti has 167 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 36 Gti model years for complaints (4.3× the average Gti year). Complaints peaked in 2016 (39 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 74,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (67 complaints, 1 recalls), 2010 (53 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Volkswagen Gti have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2009 Volkswagen Gti. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2009 Volkswagen Gti problems?
Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (94), stability control (69), transmission & drivetrain (32).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Volkswagen Gti get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Volkswagen Gti repair manual?
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