Does the 2009 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?

The 2009 Volkswagen GTI has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI?

295 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI?

There are 590 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI.

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2009 Volkswagen GTI service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Hatchback 4-Door
Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1984CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2009 Volkswagen GTI Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V91300020/12/2016Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Vo

Consequence

A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve th

NHTSA #09V33300020/08/2009Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 2008 AND AUGUST 2009. THE WIRING HARNESS OF A TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN THE DIRECT SHIFT GEARBOX (DS

Consequence

THE ABRUPT SHIFT TO NEUTRAL COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE

TSB #11030847

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial opera

TSB #11030841

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

TSB #11030838

Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors

TSB #11030829

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following comp

TSB #11030828

Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color

TSB #11028490

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data mo

TSB #11026185

Replace Door Lock and Cap.

TSB #11025442

GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement

Showing the 8 most recent of 590 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20090627Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I GOT INTO A HEAD ON COLLISION AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

20160915Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN I HAD TO MAKE A SUDDEN STOP. MY BRAKES LOCKED UP AND MY ABS, BRAKE, AND ESC LIGHTS CAME ON. I TRIED TO REGAIN CONTROL BUT ENDED UP SPINNING OUT ON THE FREEWAY AND HIT

20160915Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)Crash reported

20160113Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

THE BOSCH ABS BRAKE PUMP HAS FAILED. THIS CAUSES THE BRAKES TO LOSE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL CAPABILITY IN THE EVENT OF HARD BRAKING EVENT. THIS ISSUE RE-SETS WITH EVERY IGNITION CYCLE AND SUDDENLY R

20151110Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

I BOUGHT THIS GTI USED FROM A FABULOUS VW DEALER WITH 55,000 MILES ON IT. I'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE ROUGHLY SIX OR SEVEN MONTHS AND UNDER HARD BRAKING, SHARP TURNS/MANEUVERS OR QUICK ACCELERATION I WOULD

Showing the 5 most serious of 295 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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