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Volkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed ControlVolkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10168123 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 14, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . speedometer is about 9% off. (speedometer reads 70 mph, actual speed is 63-64 mph). *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 14, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10170589 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Oct 11, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2007 gti 2.0, package2, dsg. vehicle speedometer is not accurate. in order to travel 60 mph, the speedometer must read 65 mph. the only way to see the correct speed, is with the climatronic. hold down econ and air up buttons at same time. turn driver's side knob to 19.0, turn middle knob until says 19.1. the uncorrected speed is shown in the passenger side climatronic window. the uncorrected speed matches up to other vehicles and is accurate from all tests. volkswagen is taking the actual speed, and making it wrong, and sending to the speedometer. the same holds true in every 2007 gti with 18" wheels. a vehicle costing over $25,000 should at least be able to give accurate speed. it is very dangerous to have to look down to climatronc to get accurate speed. *nm.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in FORT MILL, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CAROLINA VOLKSWAGEN . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10176308 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . engine failure at only 800 miles. *nm.Mileage was 800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in MIDDLE ISLAND, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 22, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument PanelVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10178009 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . vehicle: 2007 vw gti w/dsg transmission speedometer needle consisently overstates actual speed above 20 mph. the overstatement varies from 1 mph (at 30 mph) to 5-6 mph (at 65 mph). the speedometer needle also disagrees with the speed reported by the vehicle's electronic trip computer. based on all my tests in open-road driving conditions, the electronic trip computer is proving accurate information-- the speedometer needle (which gets its input from the electronic trip computer) has been deliberately designed or deliberately calibrated to overstate vehicle speed. the dealer has checked the entire system out, finding no recorded faults in the system. all known tsb's have been applied. the dealer reported that they checked out other similar vehicles and found identical speed overstatement issues. the dealer further stated that they had contacted volkswagen of america regarding this issue and were told that the overstatement of speed was "within operational parameters". the function of a speedometer is to provide a reasonable determination of actual vehicle speed. while a 1-2 mph variance is reasonable, a 5-6 mph variance is not. at interstate highway speeds, drivers are unable to reasonably determine their speed without mentally adjusting for a correctable design deficiency.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in NORTH TONAWANDA, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 28, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SCHMITT'S GARAGE INC. . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 716-683-3343 . DEALER'S CITY: BOWMANSVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14026 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10185426 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the mil or check engine light would come on repeatedly. each time the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the check engine light, the error code was "fuel pressure regulator." after 5 seperate trips to the dealership for the same issue, the dealership has replaced the high pressure fuel pump, the low pressure fuel pump, the fuel filter, the fuel regulator, the low pressure fuel sensor, and most recently the high pressure fuel sensor. i believe that the high pressure fuel sensor was at fault from the very beginning..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 9000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System IgnitionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Ignition Review #10186652 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 19, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . i have been enjoying my 2007 gti but there is one feature that i think is dangerous and inconvenient and request you change on future models. if the vehicle stals, i find that i must turn the key completely off before i can restart it. when i stall it on rare occasions, it puts me in a dangerous situation where time is of the essence. your feature 1. requires extra time. 2. it is illogical. the first time it happened it took me at least 20 seconds to restart the vehicle since i had to figure our this feature. during this time i was sitting in the middle of traffic! 3. i loose other vehicle functions such as power steering when i have to turn the key off. (the vehicle could still be moving). as a result it increases the drivers danger in these situations. please change the electronics so that the car can be restarted by simply turning the ignition to the on position. *jb .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PORTLAND, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 19, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Body DoorVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Body Door Review #10187444 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 18, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . ice formed in the bottom front corner of both front doors, causing the corner of the door to bend . this happened twice this winter. one after i was already in the car, and i couldn't get out without forcing the door to open, causing the corner to bend. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BETHLEHEM, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 20, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FAULKNER CIOCCA VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 610.797.6330 . DEALER'S CITY: ALLENTOWN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 18103 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 OtherVolkswagen Gti 2007 Other Review #10188293 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 17, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with OTHER . (1) i hit a pothole in the rain. the tire burst out the sidewall. (2) the jack failed to support the car twice despite following the vehical's owners manual. the car fell onto the awaiting spare thus crushing the fender from inside the wheel well (3) bodyshop quote (old parts will be available including pictures).0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 11450 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K67W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in STONY BROOK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SMITHTOWN VW . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10190911 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . we purchased the vehicle just about three months ago with 146 miles on it. now has just over 2400 miles. my husband was driving in 3rd gear and went to shift into 4th, a pop sound was heard. he delayed for a moment and then went into 4th gear. once he did the engine started clinging. he had the car towed to the dealer. they say it is not covered due to extended redline. yet my husband was only at 5000 rpms when it happened. the check engine light nor any other indicator ever came on after it happened. since the car had 146 miles on it when we bought it, i think the damage to the vehicle was done prior to our purchase. however i have no way to prove it. they will not cover the damage on the vehicle under the warranty. i have contacted volkswagen of america, they said i needed to have the engine torn down, and if they find it to be a driver's error, then we will have to pay for the tear down and the repairs. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2486 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in WILLIAMSBURG, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 24, 2007. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CASEY AUTO GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 757-988-1200 . DEALER'S CITY: NEWPORT NEWS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23606 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10195195 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . i have taken my 2007 volkswagen gti in 3 times for airbag related issues. after 3 repair attempts and replacing the entire airbag system, the airbag light still comes on at random occasions. when the light is illuminated, all airbag systems are disabled and this is a serious safety issue. i am currently filing for arbitration with the bbb because my car is a lemon. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in GLENDALE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 14, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: VOLKSWAGEN OF PASADENA . DEALER'S CITY: PASADENA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel PumpVolkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Review #10195648 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 22, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle periodically loses power, but has not shut off. the check engine light illuminated. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle as needing a new fuel sensor and fuel pump. the service manager stated that the fuel pump and fuel sensor are not made for high altitudes. if they are replaced, the same failure will occur. the vin and engine size were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 1,500..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1500 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in ESTES PARK, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 08, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TYNAS VOLKWAGEN . DEALER'S CITY: AUORA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument PanelVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10208162 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 05, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . the speedometer on my car is inaccurate and displays a speed that is 10% faster than i am actually traveling. my local dealer applied a programming fix (tsb), but that did not correct the problem. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in FENTON, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 28, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DEANTEAM VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S CITY: KIRKWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MO. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10208601 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . the speedometer on my 2007 volkswagen gti is off by about 10 percent or to put things in perspective, when my speedometer is reading 90 mph, actual speed is 81-82 mph according to my german nav system. the car is as it left the factory with factory tires and wheels. i believe my odometer might be off a similar amount as well. i contacted volkswagen on the matter and they told me that it was normal for the speedometer to be off by that much. i cannot believe this as my 1995 ford f-150 work truck reads exactly as it should !!! (again measured by my portable nav system. i could not understand why i was always getting passed on the freeway and sometimes getting rude verbal and hand gestures even though i was traveling above the posted speed limit. this has occurred ever since i have owned the car and have only just discovered the discrepancy very recently (within a couple of weeks). i have listed the number of failures as 365 because i have owned the car since new and believe the speedometer and odometer have been incorrect since new. im not even guessing as to how much the mileage on my car might be off yet. the car currently has 11000 miles. this is a concern which should be looked into and the manufacturer is not willing to do a thing about it apparently, so i turn to your organization in hopes that something might be done about this discrepancy. thank you for your attention to this matter in advance. *tr.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K27W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in THOUSAND PALMS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PARADISE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7602004000 . DEALER'S CITY: INDIO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: 00. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92201 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed ControlVolkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10209373 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . my 2007 vw gti dsg has transmission safety problems that have caused me to nearly get hit numerous times. the problems began when the car was less than 4 months old. without warning the car slips out of gear, lags, then grabs gear again and has to re-accelerate causing loss of control of vehicle speed. this has happened in traffic at speeds of 65 as well as in city 30-45 mph. this has happened when pulling out onto a busy turnpike and suddenly having the car have no acceleration power almost causing me to get hit by oncoming traffic. when going at highway speeds it has happened with no warning and suddenly the car decelerates and there is a several second lag before it grabs and decides to go again. this can happen several times consecutively which is a very serious safety issue. i have had the car into the dealer at least 8-10 times and everytime they tell me it is fixed and then i pull out and it slips out of gear again. they have replaced the mecatronic unit, reflashed the ecm, added in a missing launch control program and replaced intake flap motor. these problem have taken all my faith out of the vehicle. everytime i drive i am afraid. you don't know when it will slip out of gear and lose power. i hear a loud thunk from the engine and it feels like the car has been hit from under the hood. i have to continue this on another complaint form b/c of length, pls. see page 2 of chris dunn 2007 vw gti *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 804-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10209373 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . my 2007 vw gti dsg has transmission safety problems that have caused me to nearly get hit numerous times. the problems began when the car was less than 4 months old. without warning the car slips out of gear, lags, then grabs gear again and has to re-accelerate causing loss of control of vehicle speed. this has happened in traffic at speeds of 65 as well as in city 30-45 mph. this has happened when pulling out onto a busy turnpike and suddenly having the car have no acceleration power almost causing me to get hit by oncoming traffic. when going at highway speeds it has happened with no warning and suddenly the car decelerates and there is a several second lag before it grabs and decides to go again. this can happen several times consecutively which is a very serious safety issue. i have had the car into the dealer at least 8-10 times and everytime they tell me it is fixed and then i pull out and it slips out of gear again. they have replaced the mecatronic unit, reflashed the ecm, added in a missing launch control program and replaced intake flap motor. these problem have taken all my faith out of the vehicle. everytime i drive i am afraid. you don't know when it will slip out of gear and lose power. i hear a loud thunk from the engine and it feels like the car has been hit from under the hood. i have to continue this on another complaint form b/c of length, pls. see page 2 of chris dunn 2007 vw gti *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 804-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10209373 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my 2007 vw gti dsg has transmission safety problems that have caused me to nearly get hit numerous times. the problems began when the car was less than 4 months old. without warning the car slips out of gear, lags, then grabs gear again and has to re-accelerate causing loss of control of vehicle speed. this has happened in traffic at speeds of 65 as well as in city 30-45 mph. this has happened when pulling out onto a busy turnpike and suddenly having the car have no acceleration power almost causing me to get hit by oncoming traffic. when going at highway speeds it has happened with no warning and suddenly the car decelerates and there is a several second lag before it grabs and decides to go again. this can happen several times consecutively which is a very serious safety issue. i have had the car into the dealer at least 8-10 times and everytime they tell me it is fixed and then i pull out and it slips out of gear again. they have replaced the mecatronic unit, reflashed the ecm, added in a missing launch control program and replaced intake flap motor. these problem have taken all my faith out of the vehicle. everytime i drive i am afraid. you don't know when it will slip out of gear and lose power. i hear a loud thunk from the engine and it feels like the car has been hit from under the hood. i have to continue this on another complaint form b/c of length, pls. see page 2 of chris dunn 2007 vw gti *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 804-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Control Module (tcm, Pcm)Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Control Module (tcm, Pcm) Review #10209373 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) . my 2007 vw gti dsg has transmission safety problems that have caused me to nearly get hit numerous times. the problems began when the car was less than 4 months old. without warning the car slips out of gear, lags, then grabs gear again and has to re-accelerate causing loss of control of vehicle speed. this has happened in traffic at speeds of 65 as well as in city 30-45 mph. this has happened when pulling out onto a busy turnpike and suddenly having the car have no acceleration power almost causing me to get hit by oncoming traffic. when going at highway speeds it has happened with no warning and suddenly the car decelerates and there is a several second lag before it grabs and decides to go again. this can happen several times consecutively which is a very serious safety issue. i have had the car into the dealer at least 8-10 times and everytime they tell me it is fixed and then i pull out and it slips out of gear again. they have replaced the mecatronic unit, reflashed the ecm, added in a missing launch control program and replaced intake flap motor. these problem have taken all my faith out of the vehicle. everytime i drive i am afraid. you don't know when it will slip out of gear and lose power. i hear a loud thunk from the engine and it feels like the car has been hit from under the hood. i have to continue this on another complaint form b/c of length, pls. see page 2 of chris dunn 2007 vw gti *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 804-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument PanelVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10209374 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . this is a continuation from chris dunn 2007 vw gti after the most "fix" for the transmission problems - one week ago - the car has developed another serious safety problem. when starting the car and pressing on the gas, you hear a loud thunk and feel hard hit and the car jerks (lunges?) forward about 5 feet. since this fix, one week ago, the car not only does the lunging forward but now is also nearly stalling. after being at a stop and you depress the gas the car shakes and has the feeling it will stall unless you give it more gas. it then begins to accelerate slowly at about 1/3 regular power. this recently happened as i was crossing at a four-way stop and because of the hesitation i nearly got hit again. they also replaced the instrument panel for electrical issues caused every time it was hot that caused lack of instrument panel lights and all display info would not be visible. you didn't know what gear you were in,no radio,miles per gallon,or any warnings, etc. however, this was an unrelated problem not the trans problem which will get me killed. i have exhausted my options, have received no cooperation from dealership that serviced the car which is closer than the dealer i purchased from. the first time i had the transmission problem, i took to where i bought it. there was a major delay between throttle input and vehicle acceleration. they drove the car and duplicated the transmission problem of throttle delay. they said the car shifted at 1000-1500 rpm's past redline and asked if i had done performance enhancing tuning to the ecu. ---- i had not, ----this was a brand new car. they had me sign a paper to that effect, which i have. they said there was probably transmission damage to the car or there "would be future transmission damage" and sent me on my way. i called vwof america and got a "too bad goodbye". since then the car in for repair at least 8-10 times, several days at a time ---and i am afraid to drive it. i am getting no help. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 840-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10209374 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . this is a continuation from chris dunn 2007 vw gti after the most "fix" for the transmission problems - one week ago - the car has developed another serious safety problem. when starting the car and pressing on the gas, you hear a loud thunk and feel hard hit and the car jerks (lunges?) forward about 5 feet. since this fix, one week ago, the car not only does the lunging forward but now is also nearly stalling. after being at a stop and you depress the gas the car shakes and has the feeling it will stall unless you give it more gas. it then begins to accelerate slowly at about 1/3 regular power. this recently happened as i was crossing at a four-way stop and because of the hesitation i nearly got hit again. they also replaced the instrument panel for electrical issues caused every time it was hot that caused lack of instrument panel lights and all display info would not be visible. you didn't know what gear you were in,no radio,miles per gallon,or any warnings, etc. however, this was an unrelated problem not the trans problem which will get me killed. i have exhausted my options, have received no cooperation from dealership that serviced the car which is closer than the dealer i purchased from. the first time i had the transmission problem, i took to where i bought it. there was a major delay between throttle input and vehicle acceleration. they drove the car and duplicated the transmission problem of throttle delay. they said the car shifted at 1000-1500 rpm's past redline and asked if i had done performance enhancing tuning to the ecu. ---- i had not, ----this was a brand new car. they had me sign a paper to that effect, which i have. they said there was probably transmission damage to the car or there "would be future transmission damage" and sent me on my way. i called vwof america and got a "too bad goodbye". since then the car in for repair at least 8-10 times, several days at a time ---and i am afraid to drive it. i am getting no help. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 840-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed ControlVolkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10209374 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . this is a continuation from chris dunn 2007 vw gti after the most "fix" for the transmission problems - one week ago - the car has developed another serious safety problem. when starting the car and pressing on the gas, you hear a loud thunk and feel hard hit and the car jerks (lunges?) forward about 5 feet. since this fix, one week ago, the car not only does the lunging forward but now is also nearly stalling. after being at a stop and you depress the gas the car shakes and has the feeling it will stall unless you give it more gas. it then begins to accelerate slowly at about 1/3 regular power. this recently happened as i was crossing at a four-way stop and because of the hesitation i nearly got hit again. they also replaced the instrument panel for electrical issues caused every time it was hot that caused lack of instrument panel lights and all display info would not be visible. you didn't know what gear you were in,no radio,miles per gallon,or any warnings, etc. however, this was an unrelated problem not the trans problem which will get me killed. i have exhausted my options, have received no cooperation from dealership that serviced the car which is closer than the dealer i purchased from. the first time i had the transmission problem, i took to where i bought it. there was a major delay between throttle input and vehicle acceleration. they drove the car and duplicated the transmission problem of throttle delay. they said the car shifted at 1000-1500 rpm's past redline and asked if i had done performance enhancing tuning to the ecu. ---- i had not, ----this was a brand new car. they had me sign a paper to that effect, which i have. they said there was probably transmission damage to the car or there "would be future transmission damage" and sent me on my way. i called vwof america and got a "too bad goodbye". since then the car in for repair at least 8-10 times, several days at a time ---and i am afraid to drive it. i am getting no help. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K87W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWN'S VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 840-252-7961 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10217746 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . regarding the dsg auto. transmission in the 2006 and 2007 vw gti: under some conditions the car will hesitate about 1 to 2 seconds when quickly switching between the gas pedal and the brake pedal, such as when making a quick left turn to beat the oncoming traffic. vw simply says that "they all do that". this could be a dangerous problem and should be set up as a recall by vw. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K27W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. DEALER'S NAME: EMICH VOLKSWAGAN . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Brake LightsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Review #10219300 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 20, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS . volkswagen gti fahrenheit 3rd brake light not functioning. took the care to the dealership and they cannot fix it . they need to cut the spoiler and replace the entire spoiler for just a led. i also found this: s5.1.1.27 (a) except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, each passenger car manufactured on or after september 1, 1985, and each multipurpose passenger vehicle, truck, and bus, whose overall width is less than 80 inches, whose gvwr is 10,000 pounds or less, manufactured on or after september 1, 1993, shall be equipped with a high-mounted stop lamp which:... (5) shall provide access for convenient replacement of the bulb without the use of special tools. removing the rear spoiler requires special tools..." *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: VW NORTH SCOTTSDALE . DEALER'S CITY: PHOENIX . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85260 . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual Transmission Column Shift AssemblyVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual Transmission Column Shift Assembly Review #10225648 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY . engine and/or transmission is making this "metal clashing sound", like gears aren't meshing properly. the car is practically new, only 8k miles on it. it's been back to vw dealership. they said that it was a transmission problem. the took the transmission down and replaced a component. once they put it back together and tested, nothing changed - the car still makes the same metal grinding sound. i'm actually annoyed because prior to this incident i was going to trade in my gti for an r32 but now, i think i'll go with another car altogether. *tr.Mileage was 6100 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 20, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DCH ESSEX . Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10230073 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . as typical of vws, my complaint is not a single major one, but a laundry list of minor failures and incompetence of dealership service departments. the largest two complaints deal with the airbag system and the subframe. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 37000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in HOBOKEN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 StructureVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Review #10230073 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE . as typical of vws, my complaint is not a single major one, but a laundry list of minor failures and incompetence of dealership service departments. the largest two complaints deal with the airbag system and the subframe. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 37000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in HOBOKEN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #10231668 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . i own a 2007 gti which has what i believe and many other owners, a defective subframe of the vehicle. my incident began summer of 2007 after less than a year of ownership my vehicle started showing symptoms of clunking and snapping sounds coming from the underneath of the car in the front. i went to the dealer several times to repair it and out of all the visits of which i only got 5 receipts and 2 attempts at repairs the problem still continues. it has begun to be harder to replicate in some instances and when i did i finally decided to make a video of the issue. the service dealerships refused to use the tape as proof so i moved onto contacting vwoa of which it did not get me far. i supplied the videos and repair bills and unless i can replicate the sound at the dealer they cant help. so i finally replicated my defect at another vw service center and a service manager who is well aware of the issue, and willing to work with me and vwoa. i contacted vwoa after the visit and have yet to hear a response. what the service manager showed me was pretty much what me and the several people presume is manufactured wrong. the subframe on the vehicle seems defective. it also seems that the subframe puts some emphasis on the steering components on the vehicle which may cause potential problems even hazards if investigated further. as of right even after given repairs, my car is still having problems, snapping sounds during the vehicle turning or clunking sounds under engine loads and transmission loads. no solution has been offered to me by vwoa other than try to replicate the problem which i already have with a very willing person to help but vwoa has yet to contact me back its been over a week. here is a link that provides many complaints from a car club with this problem (just copy and paste it in your browser) http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2721992&page=1 as you can see this has been an issue for about a good 2 years. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Suspension FrontVolkswagen Gti 2007 Suspension Front Review #10231668 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . i own a 2007 gti which has what i believe and many other owners, a defective subframe of the vehicle. my incident began summer of 2007 after less than a year of ownership my vehicle started showing symptoms of clunking and snapping sounds coming from the underneath of the car in the front. i went to the dealer several times to repair it and out of all the visits of which i only got 5 receipts and 2 attempts at repairs the problem still continues. it has begun to be harder to replicate in some instances and when i did i finally decided to make a video of the issue. the service dealerships refused to use the tape as proof so i moved onto contacting vwoa of which it did not get me far. i supplied the videos and repair bills and unless i can replicate the sound at the dealer they cant help. so i finally replicated my defect at another vw service center and a service manager who is well aware of the issue, and willing to work with me and vwoa. i contacted vwoa after the visit and have yet to hear a response. what the service manager showed me was pretty much what me and the several people presume is manufactured wrong. the subframe on the vehicle seems defective. it also seems that the subframe puts some emphasis on the steering components on the vehicle which may cause potential problems even hazards if investigated further. as of right even after given repairs, my car is still having problems, snapping sounds during the vehicle turning or clunking sounds under engine loads and transmission loads. no solution has been offered to me by vwoa other than try to replicate the problem which i already have with a very willing person to help but vwoa has yet to contact me back its been over a week. here is a link that provides many complaints from a car club with this problem (just copy and paste it in your browser) http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2721992&page=1 as you can see this has been an issue for about a good 2 years. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power TrainVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10231668 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i own a 2007 gti which has what i believe and many other owners, a defective subframe of the vehicle. my incident began summer of 2007 after less than a year of ownership my vehicle started showing symptoms of clunking and snapping sounds coming from the underneath of the car in the front. i went to the dealer several times to repair it and out of all the visits of which i only got 5 receipts and 2 attempts at repairs the problem still continues. it has begun to be harder to replicate in some instances and when i did i finally decided to make a video of the issue. the service dealerships refused to use the tape as proof so i moved onto contacting vwoa of which it did not get me far. i supplied the videos and repair bills and unless i can replicate the sound at the dealer they cant help. so i finally replicated my defect at another vw service center and a service manager who is well aware of the issue, and willing to work with me and vwoa. i contacted vwoa after the visit and have yet to hear a response. what the service manager showed me was pretty much what me and the several people presume is manufactured wrong. the subframe on the vehicle seems defective. it also seems that the subframe puts some emphasis on the steering components on the vehicle which may cause potential problems even hazards if investigated further. as of right even after given repairs, my car is still having problems, snapping sounds during the vehicle turning or clunking sounds under engine loads and transmission loads. no solution has been offered to me by vwoa other than try to replicate the problem which i already have with a very willing person to help but vwoa has yet to contact me back its been over a week. here is a link that provides many complaints from a car club with this problem (just copy and paste it in your browser) http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2721992&page=1 as you can see this has been an issue for about a good 2 years. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Frame And MembersVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Frame And Members Review #10231668 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . i own a 2007 gti which has what i believe and many other owners, a defective subframe of the vehicle. my incident began summer of 2007 after less than a year of ownership my vehicle started showing symptoms of clunking and snapping sounds coming from the underneath of the car in the front. i went to the dealer several times to repair it and out of all the visits of which i only got 5 receipts and 2 attempts at repairs the problem still continues. it has begun to be harder to replicate in some instances and when i did i finally decided to make a video of the issue. the service dealerships refused to use the tape as proof so i moved onto contacting vwoa of which it did not get me far. i supplied the videos and repair bills and unless i can replicate the sound at the dealer they cant help. so i finally replicated my defect at another vw service center and a service manager who is well aware of the issue, and willing to work with me and vwoa. i contacted vwoa after the visit and have yet to hear a response. what the service manager showed me was pretty much what me and the several people presume is manufactured wrong. the subframe on the vehicle seems defective. it also seems that the subframe puts some emphasis on the steering components on the vehicle which may cause potential problems even hazards if investigated further. as of right even after given repairs, my car is still having problems, snapping sounds during the vehicle turning or clunking sounds under engine loads and transmission loads. no solution has been offered to me by vwoa other than try to replicate the problem which i already have with a very willing person to help but vwoa has yet to contact me back its been over a week. here is a link that provides many complaints from a car club with this problem (just copy and paste it in your browser) http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2721992&page=1 as you can see this has been an issue for about a good 2 years. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10236842 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. sporadically, the air bag and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on ten occasions and they replaced the intake manifold sensors, the rear seal in the trunk,the sun roof assembly, and the seat belt position sensor. immediately after the repairs were made, the failures recurred. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 34,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGOR, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10236842 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. sporadically, the air bag and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on ten occasions and they replaced the intake manifold sensors, the rear seal in the trunk,the sun roof assembly, and the seat belt position sensor. immediately after the repairs were made, the failures recurred. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 34,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGOR, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Gti 2007 Unknown Or Other Review #10236842 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. sporadically, the air bag and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on ten occasions and they replaced the intake manifold sensors, the rear seal in the trunk,the sun roof assembly, and the seat belt position sensor. immediately after the repairs were made, the failures recurred. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 34,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGOR, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 SeatsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Seats Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SEATS . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Visibility Sun Roof AssemblyVolkswagen Gti 2007 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 StructureVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10242920 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag sensor light constantly illuminates and displays "passenger side air bag is off". the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the replacement was made, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the seat tensioner was replaced. the failure persisted as well. while driving less than 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the weather stripping on the passenger side was replaced three times, in addition to the sunroof once. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repairs. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 41,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BANGER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior LightingVolkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10246379 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . the 3rd brake like on my 2007 volkswagen gti formed condensation and had to be replaced at the dealer by cutting off the spoiler since it was not removable from the outside surface. the process outlined by vw warns of possible body damage during this process, which i also found after the repair. this part is not user serviceable, and is very costly if it has to be done outside of warranty. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in NEW RICHMOND, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10246426 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . rear high mounted stop lamp assembly failed( led's burned out) due to moisture getting in. when asked about replacing the lamp, vw's response is that the old spoiler containing the stop lamp has to be cut off of the hatch. this is a violation of fmvss 108 which requires that replacing the bulbs be simple and require only common tools. the car is less than a year old and they want me to pay 700 dollars to replace a brake lamp. *tr.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in HEMET, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10247902 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . on washing the car (2007 vw gti 2.0 2h) the third brake light cracked and fell from its housing in several pieces. the main body of the part remains attached by the electric cable. the factory resolution is to send the car to a body shop to remove the factory spoiler and replace the light assembly. the factory manual warns that this is a multi-day job and may result in a broken spoiler and possible body damage. this appears to be a violation of fmvss 108 which requires that replacing the bulbs be simple and require only common tools. the added costs are beyond reasonable expectations and were not set forth as part of the purchasing decision. *tr.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K67W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10247981 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 07, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i want to complaint about the 3rd high mount brake light on my 07 volkswagen gti that i have one of the light out among the light and i try to replace the light in a volkswagen dealership and they said that they would not replace it because i only have one light out unless i need four light out which i think it is impossible to make all lights are out within the warranty period. i think think have responsibility to fix it because even though one light is out it already not out of the factory condition. i have no idea that they need to wait 4 lights are out to fixed it. also i want to complain that the third brake light is impossible to replace it by yourself because it is mount inside the spoiler, therefore i think the dealership have responsibility to replace even though it charges. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19999 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10252334 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Dec 16, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . there were no specific events leading to the failure, only time. the high mounted 3rd brakelight on my 2007 vw gti is failing. it's full of condensation, and that's causing the bulbs inside it to fail. when i went to replace them, the owners manual informed me that only the dealer could do so. upon taking it to the dealer, they informed me that they would have the car several days as they had to dismount several body panels, cut them open, then replace the bulbs and glue everything back together. i was also warned to essentially expect body damage, and that the bill for all this would be substantial. all this to replace a bulb? that's insane, and i felt like that was a poor enough result that most people would deal with the safety issues instead of replacing it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in FREDERICK, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Body Hood Hinge And AttachmentsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Body Hood Hinge And Attachments Review #10264213 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 06, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . release hood cable out of adjustment. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in MIDDLE ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed ControlVolkswagen Gti 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10273657 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . the cruise control dash light went out during operation without warning. the light went off and on for about a week. the light, at this point had no effect on the function of the cruise control to maintain speed, speed up or slow down; the speed remained steady even without a functioning dash light. one week after the light began to go on and off, the malfunction spread to affect the speed of the vehicle or failed to work completely. during operation of the vehicle at 65 mph and using the cruise control, noticed that the vehicle began to accelerate to 85 mph by its self without previously setting that speed or without even physically inciting change. the last experience with use of cruise control the malfunction caused complete shutdown of the cruise control system and slowed the car without will of the drive. the vehicle, on the highway, began to slow down as though the gas pedal had been depressed. it shuts its self off as it pleases, or accelerates as it pleases.the use of cruise control has since been discontinued and will not be used until further evaluation is undergone. *tr.Mileage was 24000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHAMPAIGN, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10276803 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 03, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2007 vw gti with dsg transmission. the transmission slams into gear when slowing down and then accelerating again, this could lead to accidents and or serious mechanical failure due to the stress on the drivetrain components, brought it up at a service appt and technician said it was normal, i do not believe having a transmission making a loud bang sound and slamming into gear, jerking the car forward is normal. *tr.Mileage was 23000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K67W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RENTON, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10277333 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . vw gti dsg transmission jerking in reverse could cause you to hit another car, or hesitation before launching could cause you to pull out into oncoming traffic too late, causing an accident. *tr.Mileage was 15000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in GRAHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10277389 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . the 5th generation vw gti with dgs transmission will jerk in reverse that could cause one to hit another car. it also hesitates before launching and that could cause one to pull out into oncoming traffic too late, thus causing an accident. *tr.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in IRVING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10277708 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . the high pressure fuel pump cam follower system on the 2.0t fsi motors is prone to failure, i had a follower wear through the protective coating in about 20,000 miles, and due to this reason further wear would be accelerated, damaging the camshaft and the cam lobe, as well as the fuel pump, causing the car to be out of service for at least fifteen days. i replaced the follower myself but demand that volkswagen finds a reasonable solution to fix this. they refuse to do any repairs until there is a failure. but when a failure occurs more than 5000 dollars with of labor and parts must be put into the car to fix this issue. and if it is past the warranty period than this problem is just a ticking time bomb. this must be solved in order for these cars to have at least some chance at longevity without a repair that will break later on. *tr.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K67W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RENTON, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10277708 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . the high pressure fuel pump cam follower system on the 2.0t fsi motors is prone to failure, i had a follower wear through the protective coating in about 20,000 miles, and due to this reason further wear would be accelerated, damaging the camshaft and the cam lobe, as well as the fuel pump, causing the car to be out of service for at least fifteen days. i replaced the follower myself but demand that volkswagen finds a reasonable solution to fix this. they refuse to do any repairs until there is a failure. but when a failure occurs more than 5000 dollars with of labor and parts must be put into the car to fix this issue. and if it is past the warranty period than this problem is just a ticking time bomb. this must be solved in order for these cars to have at least some chance at longevity without a repair that will break later on. *tr.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K67W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RENTON, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10278021 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . dsg transmission lurches in reverse everytime and is dangerous when getting out of a parking spot, when downshift from a higher gear like 4th or 5th there is a sudden lose of power for a brief moment and can be dangerous for those behind who don't anticipate the sudden slow down. there is also a lag on take off from a stop which cause havoc from drivers behind. *tr.Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in MINEOLA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10278060 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 18, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . the dsg transmission in my 2007 vw gti has slippage as well as inconsistent behavior. *tr.Mileage was 22000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in ALBUQUERQUE, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10278173 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . the dsg transmission on my 2007 volkswagen gti quit operating on several occasions. once while attempting to the leave a stop light, once while exiting a freeway, and once while attempting to drive up a short paved hill to my home. on all occasions, the car suddenly lurches and then loses ability to move. the engine continues to run, but the car acts as though there is a disconnect between the engine and transmission. luckily i have been able to coast to the side to avoid being hit by other vehicles. repeated (and long trips) to the dealer have produced claims by the dealer that the faults lie in having less than 1/4 tank of gas, fuel pressure sensors, and my favorite, a short which required tearing my entire dash apart. i finally traded the car because it became a liability. incident dates are approx as the car has spent a lot of the last year in the shop. the most recent incident occurred in may 2009. *tr.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in RIO RANCHO, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10279118 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . well i was at a stop light and when i went to go it redline and didnt go anywhere i was in 1 gear in dsg mode i had to put it into park and than back to gear then their was a delay then it went . thier also times that my power plus ates, also getting on to the freeway it slips out of power u go to shift and thier no power at all, when i let the car down shift it is really hard like it shocks the hole care back its so rough it does it more from 3 to 2 but now latley its been 4 to 3 and 3 to 2. *tr.Mileage was 32400 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in VALENCIA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10280181 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . the car takes off very rough in drive and in reverse. its not smooth at all from a stop. *tr.Mileage was 18000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in ALTADENA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10282647 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 26, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . issue with my car suddenly switching itself into neutral even though physically the car was in drive. i was on a busy street going 60mph with the flow of traffic, when my car switched to neutral. this caused my car to go from 60mph to 20mph in a matter of seconds in which case the car beyond me going 60mph+ nearly rear ended me. *tr.Mileage was 63232 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10282720 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 28, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i was at an intersection with a traffic light, waiting to turn left. as soon as there was a safe and reasonable gap between oncoming cars, i hit the gas at approximately 1/4 throttle to make the turn. however, the car moved for a bit and then it felt like the transmission was not engaged anymore. the car was basically moving by momentum and not by engine power. i noticed that the engine seems to be revving freely, as there is no correlation between my throttle input and the movement of the car. in fact, when i noticed that the car was not moving by engine power, i instinctively put more throttle to more than 1/2. it made no difference and that was how i knew that the transmission was not engaged. if it was traction control, the engine would not rev since traction control would cut the fuel. hence, it is most likely the transmission, specifically, the dsg transmission. my car coasted to safety without any incident, and a few seconds later, the car went back to normal. i have had this experience several times before and it scared me every time because i could have easily been hit by the oncoming traffic, if the vehicle does not see me or cannot stop in time. i mentioned this to the dealer service the first time it happened, but they said they cannot replicate it and thus, they can't and won't do anything. but, for me, it is a serious safety issue, whether they can replicate it or not. i just want the volkswagen of america to take responsibility for their unreliable/ faulty transmission. *tr.Mileage was 40800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in NASHVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10282884 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 04, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . dsg transmission. the car lurches from 1st to 2nd gear and when coming to a slow stop. this issue was reported to cardinale vw in corona but they stated they could not replicate the problem yet i experience it daily. *tr.Mileage was 7000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SANTA ANA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10284789 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 21, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 2007 vw gti with dsg transmission occasionally slams into a gear occasional feeling of slipping clutch noise from trans after startup, diagnosed as "noisy", but not faulty solenoid. *tr .Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV91K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PETERBOROUGH, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10290599 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Oct 24, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2007 vw gti with dsg transmission is very hard to shift into 1st and 2nd plus other gears. car went into neutral gear while driving to work on busy road (dangerous!!!) and "p r n d s" display started flashing. first transmission failure i had was similar expect i didn't get the flashing icons. took car in and they replaced the mechatron unit (25,000 miles). now its in the shop again for the same unit and symptoms above. (58,000 miles). *tr.Mileage was 58000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K27W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PFLUGERVILLE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10293537 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . my 2007 volkswagen gti has a dsg transmission. it has been experiencing "lurching" or "jumping" while the car is stopped at traffic lights or idling and this kicks up the rpm's and makes you feel like the car is either going to move on it's own or it makes it feel as if you've been hit from the rear? i will take this complaint to volkswagen as well, so we shall see what they say and more importantly, do. *tr.Mileage was 47105 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K27W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10311674 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 17, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2007 volkswagen gti. dsg transmission issues. my car will lunge in reverse. lag in 1st and 2nd. biggest issue is the lunging in reverse(this could cause an accident!!. i contacted vw cares yesterday to see if my vw is covered under there 10y 100,000 mile warranty. they told me my car does not fall into that category due to my vin# although it fits the year criteria my issue is that if this is a know safety problem and my car has this issue. why won't it be included ??!! *tr.Mileage was 11200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in JOHNSTON, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10312206 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i have a 2007 vw gti with the dsg transmission. it looses the gear, won't shift and the gas pedal seems as if there is nothing behind it almost like pushing on air. i have gone to the dealer several times and they refuse to repair the problem. this is the same as the recall which stopped in 2008. *tr.Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in WEST PALM BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10314187 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. the contact was driving 75 mph when the vehicle shifted into neutral gear own its own. the warning light illuminated on the dashboard. the vehicle lost power and began to move extremely slow which could have caused a crash to occur. the manufacturer was notified about the failure. the manufacturer informed the contact that his vehicle was produced 3 weeks before the recall on the dsg transmission and there was nothing that they could do. the failure mileage was 11,950 and the current mileage was 12,100. .Mileage was 11950 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in JOHNSTON, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10316117 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Feb 19, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . frequently when accelerating from a stop or accelerating after slowing down the dsg transmission seems to select neutral for a second or two before selecting a gear. when it eventually selects a gear it jerks harshly inducing wheelspin. this happens in all types of driving conditions, but is more likely to happen when the car is cold. mostly, this is just an annoyance; however, when a truck is bearing down on you while you are making a left turn it can be frightening and perhaps even life threatening. the service manager vw dealer tells me this is normal behavior. he is wrong. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10317124 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . despite regular maintenance, the cam follower and cam of my vw 2.0t fsi engine failed in under 40k miles. this resulted in fuel cuts and power drop offs. a very dangerous combination when merging onto a highway. these items were replaced under warranty, but would have cost me nearly $1400 to repair if they weren't covered. *tr.Mileage was 39000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10317124 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . despite regular maintenance, the cam follower and cam of my vw 2.0t fsi engine failed in under 40k miles. this resulted in fuel cuts and power drop offs. a very dangerous combination when merging onto a highway. these items were replaced under warranty, but would have cost me nearly $1400 to repair if they weren't covered. *tr.Mileage was 39000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #10326814 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) i was driving east on interstate 95 when the engine in my car (2007 vw gti vin: [xxx]) suddenly lost all power. i was in the third lane driving at approximately 70 mph, turned the air conditioning on and a few seconds later, turned it off. at that instant, the car ceased to accelerate. i put the car in neutral, turned on my hazard lights and managed to safely glide over to the warning lane, just beyond exit 22 or just beyond the off ramp to exit 21. i tried to restart the engine to no avail. this was a highly alarming incident since the car was just over three years old and had only 64000 miles on it and was properly maintained since i purchased it new in 2007. i had similar problems last year but the acceleration of the car would quickly kick back in. this time however, it went completely kaput. i reported the previous incidents to a vw dealer and they had a terrible time ascertaining what the problem was. ultimately, they determined it was a fuel sensor issue and replaced the fuel sensor. after the april 3rd incident, my car was towed to a vw dealer where it was determined that my timing belt had broken and that as a result, there was damage done to the engine to the tune of approximately 6k. i want to report this since this could easily have occurred in the holland tunnel for example or on a dark one lane road. it was a very scary experience and i feel that the manufacturer should have been able to preempt this from ever happening. *tr.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in JERSEY CITY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10328050 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . when coming to a stop, the final downshift from 2nd gear to 1st gear is extremely violent. the car randomly lunges forward when approaching a full stop. this has resulted in a few near-collisions. the dealership is currently trying to diagnose issue. this seems to be a common occurrence in this particular transmission type (dsg). *tr.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10349268 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti . while driving between 45 to 85 mph, the vehicle responded as if it was in neutral gear and failed to accelerate. the contact also stated that when the cruise control was activated the vehicle lost power. the dealer performed a diagnostic test which determined that it was the cam follower that needed to be replaced. the cam follower was replaced at the owners expense. the failure mileage was 77900 and the current mileage was 78770..Mileage was 77900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K27W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10356744 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2010.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . my car, an automatic dsg transmission from vw, got stuck in 6th gear on northbound 1-15, almost causing several accidents. the check engine light appeared and a code was "thrown," but the event was dismissed as a potential issue with the mass airflow sensor. since then, i have experienced extremely hard shifts and unreliable acceleration with my vehicle. especially on hills. the mechatronics unit has been replaced and the car was returned to me as "good to go." i drove the car one mile, the issue persisted, and i returned it to the dealer. there is clearly a problem with the mechatronics unit and the clutches, but the dealer will not replace them correctly (under warranty). each time i am told my car is "fixed," i pick it up, drive it and it still has the shifting issues. *tr.Mileage was 40250 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K07W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10395130 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 30, 2011.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i was merging on to the highway, the car in front of me stopped to let cars go by until it was there turn to merge. the car merged it was my turn and i hit the gas and my car lurched forward and i had no power, and my car had drifted enough to be hit by oncoming traffic. i looked down and saw that my prndl lights on the dash were flashing. i thought the car stalled so i shut the car off and turned it back on again and hit the gas, i had drive power again. i came to a stop light and the prndl lights started flashing again and i had no power, i shut the engine off, restarted and had power. this continued for the remainder of my trip. *tr.Mileage was 94000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K07W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in MONESSEN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10396426 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . when the car was cold, upon placing it into drive to depart for the day, the transmission was very indecisive about releasing the clutch and caused a severe bucking sensation and made it dangerous to enter traffic. fortunately there is very little traffic on my street. a software update made it better, but it still was dangerous from time to time. software update also reduced average fuel economy 2.5 mpg to which vw will not admit fault. got a mechatronics replacement under campaign and new mechatronics is less likely to be bad when cold but new mechatronics bucks much worse and is much worse than original mechatronics when it is being bad. new software has improved fuel economy 2 mpg from the low. new mechatronics is extremely dangerous when backing out of a driveway in reverse onto a moderately busy street and then trying to pull away up a hill on the busy street. it is very likely to buck and behave unpredictably after the extremely long delay for the mechatronics to decide to go at all (hit the gas, pray and maybe wait, maybe get whiplash). it was scary and caused a vehicle to slam on brakes to avoid hitting me because my car would not go. it appears that the new mechatronic unit has broken the clutch and vw needs to replace my entire dsg with a completely brand new one with a non-defective mechatronic unit. the original mechatronics appeared to only have one flaw, the component that controlled the release of the 1, 3, and 5 clutch, which caused that clutch to wear out. the new mechatronic unit has other flaws in addition to this one and sounds as if it is breaking the entire transmission (not safety related however). *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHV71K97W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in CHARLOTTE, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10405690 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2011.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i drive a 2007 vw gti with an automatic transmission and the "mechatronic" unit located within the transmission is bad and will cost upwards of $2000.00 to have it replaced. the car has 122,000 miles on it. nothing last forever and i expect certain failures over time. however, the nature of the failure is a concern with this unit as, at least in my case, the transmission downshifted to first gear on its own without warning. fortunately i was in town in slow traffic and was able to handle the sudden deceleration. it could have been very different at highway speeds. there is no warning or indication of an impending unit failure. the only indication i had spanned several months in a very intermittent manner: 1)a slight "shuddering" when accelerating which i thought was fuel related. 2) the "prnds" display would flash repeatedly even though the transmission would operate just fine. i could reset the display by turning off the car and restarting it. this phenomenon was very intermittent. i could find no info about any of this in the owners manuals (i've had the car since new) or on line. *tr.Mileage was 122000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in WILLIS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. Volkswagen Gti 2007 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior LightingVolkswagen Gti 2007 Exterior Lighting Review #10418171 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2011.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . the 3rd brake light has failed to work and while there is power to the power module there is no way to access the led brake light panel without removing the rear spoiler and replacing it with a new one with a cost of $500 to change the light for inspection. *tr.Mileage was 62500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in EAST AURORA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Gti 2007 Unknown Or Other Review #10459222 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . while approaching a stop light the vehicle shut off with no advance notice of any problems. the battery light came on as the vehicle was shutting off. the vehicle would not immediately restart. after six tries, in morning rush hour traffic, the vehicle finally restarted. several vehicles had to swerve around me to keep from running in the rear of the vehicle. at least one othe incident has happened since then with the engine light coming on. *tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48003 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in WALDORF, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine Review #10459222 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE . while approaching a stop light the vehicle shut off with no advance notice of any problems. the battery light came on as the vehicle was shutting off. the vehicle would not immediately restart. after six tries, in morning rush hour traffic, the vehicle finally restarted. several vehicles had to swerve around me to keep from running in the rear of the vehicle. at least one othe incident has happened since then with the engine light coming on. *tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48003 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K37W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in WALDORF, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Gti 2007 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10473986 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl* the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen gti. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the air bag was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to cover half of the repair cost. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 86,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 86000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K77W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in LOSGATOS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power TrainVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10477062 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . experienced my gti shifting into neutral going down the highway, no warning lights on the dash. pressing the peddle revved the engine up. pulled over and let the car sit for a half hour and then proceeded as normal. has happened on every long trip over 2 hours. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K17W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in EAGLE MOUNTAIN, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10508498 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Apr 09, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i own a 2007 vw gti with mechatronic dsg. i was in an intersection when the transmission slipped acting like it was in neutral but the pnrds was flashing. the car had no acceleration or rpm's. traffic was dogging me and 15 cars almost hit me due to this faulty transmission incident. i called vw of america and they informed me my car is out of warranty. also they informed me that my year make and model has no recall or problems with the dsg transmission. vw of america said since my car is not a certified vw from their dealers it isn't covered for a recall or factory warranty. i feel completely unsafe and un satisfied how the regional manger of safety from vw of america handled this situation. she was not friendly or understanding at all. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 58000 miles. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10515881 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . after starting from a stop light, car was fine, then went in to second gear, and car jerked as if it was shifted into neutral. continued driving and this happened again, but each time, in a different gear. the second happening was just as described above, each after driving around for about more than a hour. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K17W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10525836 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . while driving, the vehicle (auto transmission) appeared to have gone into neutral and the gears on display began flashing. only stopping, shifting to park, and then back into gear would allow the car to engage gears again. 2007 vw gti w/ dsg transmission. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BEAVERTON, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10525836 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while driving, the vehicle (auto transmission) appeared to have gone into neutral and the gears on display began flashing. only stopping, shifting to park, and then back into gear would allow the car to engage gears again. 2007 vw gti w/ dsg transmission. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71KX7W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BEAVERTON, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power TrainVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10546017 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . while taking an on-ramp onto the highway my car got stuck in 2nd gear and would not upshift. i tried switching to manual mode but that did not work either. the prnds was flashing and i had to pull over and shut the vehicle off. it worked normal after that for a few miles. i filled up at a gas station and when leaving the car went into neutral and the prnds was flashing again. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K07W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in LONE JACK, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Gti 2007 Electrical System Review #10546017 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2013.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while taking an on-ramp onto the highway my car got stuck in 2nd gear and would not upshift. i tried switching to manual mode but that did not work either. the prnds was flashing and i had to pull over and shut the vehicle off. it worked normal after that for a few miles. i filled up at a gas station and when leaving the car went into neutral and the prnds was flashing again. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K07W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in LONE JACK, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Structure BodyVolkswagen Gti 2007 Structure Body Review #10575372 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 26, 2014.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . i was traveling at approximately 40 mph when another vehicle ran a stop sign. i t-boned the other vehicle. the front of my car impacted the front passenger fender and door of the other vehicle. i did not have time to apply the brake, only enough to let off of the gas pedal before the collision occurred. i was wearing my seat belt at the time of the accident. my vehicle was not drivable and sustained front end damage and engine compartment damage. my airbags did not deploy even though i was traveling at 40 mph. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Air BagsVolkswagen Gti 2007 Air Bags Review #10575372 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 26, 2014.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . i was traveling at approximately 40 mph when another vehicle ran a stop sign. i t-boned the other vehicle. the front of my car impacted the front passenger fender and door of the other vehicle. i did not have time to apply the brake, only enough to let off of the gas pedal before the collision occurred. i was wearing my seat belt at the time of the accident. my vehicle was not drivable and sustained front end damage and engine compartment damage. my airbags did not deploy even though i was traveling at 40 mph. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 EngineVolkswagen Gti 2007 Engine Review #10575372 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on Mar 26, 2014.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE . i was traveling at approximately 40 mph when another vehicle ran a stop sign. i t-boned the other vehicle. the front of my car impacted the front passenger fender and door of the other vehicle. i did not have time to apply the brake, only enough to let off of the gas pedal before the collision occurred. i was wearing my seat belt at the time of the accident. my vehicle was not drivable and sustained front end damage and engine compartment damage. my airbags did not deploy even though i was traveling at 40 mph. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K57W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volkswagen Gti 2007 Power TrainVolkswagen Gti 2007 Power Train Review #10608492 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2014.VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2007, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i was driving as i do 5 nights a week to work. traveling about 55mph when suddenly, my gti equipped with a dsg transmission downshifted to what i believe was 1st gear. the revs suddenly were very high. the vehicles speed seemed to drastically lower to 20mph. i was almost hit by multiple cars behind me. luckily i was able to leave the middle lane and get on the side of the highway safely. once i pulled to the side of the highway, my prnds on the dash were flashing. i turned the car over and still flashing. i checked every gear and on drive i was able to make it home slowly. it seemed that the transmission only ran on 1st gear. reverse gear is completely gone. i can't even properly parallel park my car any more. vw seems to be covering some model year dsg cars. i have read some places that 2008-2010 years are covered, and some places where february 2007 - 2010 production years are covered. mine is a production year of january 2007. this dsg issue is well known for all years. it is knows as the "flash of death" or flashing prnds. google dsg flash of death and there will be many links linked to this issue. i am a huge vw fan. i own a 2006 gli 6 speed manual and this 2007 gti with dsg transmission. my father owns a 99 jetta and my brother and sister both own 2007 passats. vwoa should know this is a huge safety issue, they should know that this is a known dsg defect for all years and cover any issues relating to it. i have done the dsg service twice. i called vwoa and they said my car has no recalls relating to the dsg. i have scanned the car and have come up with these codes, p0751= shift solenoid 1 (n88). p1746= trans. solenoid power relay and p2723 = pressure control solenoid 5. vw how do you explain a failure to your transmission with no warnings? what if i got into an accident and someone or my self was seriously injured because of a manufacturer defect? .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 97000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFV71K47W. Volkswagen Gti 2007 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. |
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