2000 Volkswagen GTI
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2000 Volkswagen GTI. Newest first.
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy IS the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. if necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2005. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
On certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. the recall began on march 31, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Owner complaints
45 complaints2 involved a crash1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
Vehicle has a problem with catching fire from excessive electrical draw over the main power lead. over amp draw IS causing main wiring to melt and also melt the fuse box over the battery.
- Air bags › Side/window
Air bag light has come on with no accident. The readings are three major intermittent issues. It seems this IS an issue for many owners of this year and model. The VW dealership refuses to guarantee any of the fixes to the problem which can total in cost $1200 - $1500. I have been told by an…
Air bag light has come on with no accident. The readings are three major intermittent issues. It seems this IS an issue for many owners of this year and model. The VW dealership refuses to guarantee any of the fixes to the problem which can total in cost $1200 - $1500. I have been told by an employee at the dealership this has been a problem for many models around the same year. Why has this safety issue not been addressed? Please help those of us who own these cars have this problem addressed since many of us cannot pass state inspections and this IS unsafe. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Faulty component: gasoline: delivery: fuel pump defect summary: on my 2000 GTI glx, the fuel pump nipples that connects the fuel lines are cracked, this tension on the fuel supply lines are causing a severe leak inside my car. because of the severe leaking fuel, my safety has been compromised…
Faulty component: gasoline: delivery: fuel pump defect summary: on my 2000 GTI glx, the fuel pump nipples that connects the fuel lines are cracked, this tension on the fuel supply lines are causing a severe leak inside my car. because of the severe leaking fuel, my safety has been compromised due to presence of an ignition source caused by the electrical plugs of the fuel pump, this may cause an electrical failure and cause a fire. *Tr
- Electrical system · Latches/locks/linkages · Service brakes, electric
ABS system. The warning lights come on and off at times and stays off for a while. The computer scan deduced that one of the ABS sensors was faulty. The sensor was replaced but the problem persist. Now computer scan deduces that ABS module IS faulty. There seems to be some kind of electrical…
ABS system. The warning lights come on and off at times and stays off for a while. The computer scan deduced that one of the ABS sensors was faulty. The sensor was replaced but the problem persist. Now computer scan deduces that ABS module IS faulty. There seems to be some kind of electrical problem that's disabling the ABS system and asr (traction control system)system from this specific model. also the door locks and alarm system doesn't work properly, it never has. The driver side door don't lock the door when the alarm system IS activated. In other words, anybody can break in the car without activating the alarm http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1542461 please check the link for more detailed info. also the hazard switch on this car was replaced by the dealer about two years ago and the problem persist. The hazard lights will only work for about 15 minutes. there seems to be a serious electrical problem that affects all the different electrical components in the vehicle, the interior lights work sometimes, other times it just won't. People in the volkswagen community refers to this as gremlins which only affect the early production of volkswagen gti/golf/jetta between 1999.5 to 2002. This electrical glitch IS a real pain in back because it triggers many different problems that affect the normal operation of this vehicle. *Tr
- Air bags › Frontal
After having my air bag light come on due to a failed driver airbag switch under the driver seat, & fixing it myself, I found out that there are hundreds of other VW golf mkiv owners that have had the same problems. also, I have found out that if the airbag light IS on, then none of the air bags…
After having my air bag light come on due to a failed driver airbag switch under the driver seat, & fixing it myself, I found out that there are hundreds of other VW golf mkiv owners that have had the same problems. also, I have found out that if the airbag light IS on, then none of the air bags will work in the event of an accident!! now the airbag light IS on again - this time due to the passenger airbag switch failing. *tr
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Was on the way home driving during rain and snow. Typical minnesota winter. It was roughly 25-30 degrees outside. I lowered window to remove rain and snow before I started driving. Window regulator stopped working and the window would not come back up. I had to drive home with rain/snow pouring…
Was on the way home driving during rain and snow. Typical minnesota winter. It was roughly 25-30 degrees outside. I lowered window to remove rain and snow before I started driving. Window regulator stopped working and the window would not come back up. I had to drive home with rain/snow pouring into my car. After the 15 minute drive my passenger side leather seats were destroyed. This IS a very common issue in these particular cars. There needs to be a recall. *tr
- Power train › Axle assembly
I have a problem with my right cv joints, on my 2000 GTI, I don't know what's the problem, but I have replaced it 4 times and im about to replace it again. I don't know if its the part or if its the labor who put it in, but it seems to me that after I do some work I wouldn't want to replace it for free once much less 4 more times. *tr
- Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
I have owned the 2000 GTI since 10/2001. purchased the car with 13,000 miles on it from the orginal owner. currently the car has 80,000 miles. the car has only been serviced by the dealer it was purchased from campbell/nelson 24329 hwy 99, edmonds wa, 98026. in nov. 2005 the air bag icon…
I have owned the 2000 GTI since 10/2001. purchased the car with 13,000 miles on it from the orginal owner. currently the car has 80,000 miles. the car has only been serviced by the dealer it was purchased from campbell/nelson 24329 hwy 99, edmonds wa, 98026. in nov. 2005 the air bag icon appeared on the dash. I took it in and after dealer diagnosis, a $101.28 charge it was recommed driver's side-airbag with harness be replaced. called VW america and they covered replacement. in oct. 2007 the light came on again. the same diagnosis was given but neither the dealer or VW america would cover. since the car has never been in an accident and the airbags never activated the response of components wearing out makes no sense. I know of no other cases on airbag problems with other models. either the dealer fix in 2005 or the component from VW has problem. the dealer will replace the system for $645.02 seems unreasonable for a safety item. *tr
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
I just purchased a 2000 volkswagen GTI GLS [xxx] for my grandson. we received two remote entry keys and one plain key. the remote key used at the dealer to show the car was used to drive this vehicle home. upon arrival we tried the second remote entry key. the vehicle would not start. we then…
I just purchased a 2000 volkswagen GTI GLS [xxx] for my grandson. we received two remote entry keys and one plain key. the remote key used at the dealer to show the car was used to drive this vehicle home. upon arrival we tried the second remote entry key. the vehicle would not start. we then tried the plain key and still nothing. according to victory motors in harrisburg, pennsylvania the chip in one of the keys IS defective. now the automatic anti-theft feature IS on. the VW GTI now sets in the driveway waiting to be towed 7 miles where victory motors will have to reset the chip in all the keys and do something to the vehicle. I have found stories on the internet with others having the same problem. volkswagen should be made to contact owner that this problem could also happen to them. *nm updated 07/12/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
Brake light switch has failed twice in approximately 18 months, so vehicle was operating without brake lights. *nm
- Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module
Every major component of our airbag system has failed within a period of six months. - in 12/05 our airbag light illuminated and the dealer said the passenger airbag needed to be replaced so we did (VW paid for the part and we split the labor with the dealer for a total cost to us of…
Every major component of our airbag system has failed within a period of six months. - in 12/05 our airbag light illuminated and the dealer said the passenger airbag needed to be replaced so we did (VW paid for the part and we split the labor with the dealer for a total cost to us of approximately $250) - in 04/06 our airbag light illuminated and the dealer said the driver side airbag needed to be replaced so we did (VW said we'd used up our "good will" and didn't cover a thing but the dealer cut into their margins to give us a break so the total cost to us was in the mid $800'S) - and in 06/06 our airbag light illuminated again and the dealer said the airbag controller needed to be replaced (we're not sure at this point what we're going to do). *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Unknown or other
On march 3, 2006, I went to the metro volkswagen to have my inspection and an oil change done. the service rep told me I had a small hole in my oil pan, so I agreed to replace the pan. the next morning when I started my car it shut off three times. since then, my car has shut off every time I…
On march 3, 2006, I went to the metro volkswagen to have my inspection and an oil change done. the service rep told me I had a small hole in my oil pan, so I agreed to replace the pan. the next morning when I started my car it shut off three times. since then, my car has shut off every time I start it. if I pull off before the car completely heats up, the car shuts off in mid drive. This causes me to pull over and restart the car and hold my foot on the gas in order to keep the car from shutting down. I have noticed water in my car on the driver's side floor (back), but I thought it was condensation caused from the plastic mat I keep under the drivers side rug. I received a recall notice in the mail and took the car in on may 25, 2006 for a fuel line, and hazard switch replacement. as of friday, june 2, 2006, I've smelled gasoline when I turned my car on, and the rug in the back (drivers side) was soaked with water. it had not rained until 3:45 pm, and I had not driven the call all day except for that morning. saturday june 3, 2006, I opened my driver side door to discover a huge puddle on the rear floor of the driver's side and the front rug and mat soaked with brown water. it was raining slightly but there was no leak coming from the windows, or the moon roof, and the top of the car (inside) was completely dry. I also smelled gasoline again which prompted my decision to call volkswagen. I was told by a service rep to bring the car back in on june 5 2006. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control · Interior lighting · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Consumer 2000 GTI mass air flow sensor failed twice after repairs. *ts ***nar*** the drivers door handle was loose. The left front window regulator was replaced. The dome light switch was broken. *jb
- Seats
I purchased a 2000 golf gti/vr6 in may of 2005. a few weeks later while driving, my seat (driver's) broke away for no appearant reason. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS control module failure on a 2000 volkswagen GTI. *Jb
- Structure › Frame and members · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Vehicle experienced a problem with the right control arm which broke where it was attached to the body. Owner contacted the manufacturer, who stated that owner to contact the dealer , and wait to see what there response will be. *Ak the consumer stated that he heard a loud pop when pulling…
Vehicle experienced a problem with the right control arm which broke where it was attached to the body. Owner contacted the manufacturer, who stated that owner to contact the dealer , and wait to see what there response will be. *Ak the consumer stated that he heard a loud pop when pulling from a stop light. the consumer put the vehicle on a lift and noticed the body around the right control arm bushing had cracked. *tc
- Power train › Clutch assembly · Power train › Manual transmission
My 2000 VW GTI 1.8T manual transmission's clutch keeps failing. I admit I drove it aggressively when I first bought it... After all, that's how they advertise the vehicle, as a sporty, fast car. Well, I've replaced it three times (yes, I'm on my fourth clutch in four years!!!) and even though after…
My 2000 VW GTI 1.8T manual transmission's clutch keeps failing. I admit I drove it aggressively when I first bought it... After all, that's how they advertise the vehicle, as a sporty, fast car. Well, I've replaced it three times (yes, I'm on my fourth clutch in four years!!!) and even though after each repair I've reduced the aggressiveness of my driving to the point where I'm practically a little old granny now, the durn thing keeps wearing out after about a year, and I can feel my current one getting mushy, seeming to slip, like it's about to go out again. One incident it happened on the highway, and I was lucky I wasn't killed. Because I had to coast to get off the freeway, I felt I needed to be as far to the right in the 'vehicle breakdown lane' as I could. Well, there was a large chunk of metal, a large water spigot or something, lying in the middle of the emergency lane and, since I couldn't very well swerve back into the traffic speeding next to me at well over twice my own velocity, I ended up hitting it and tearing up my transmission casing (the 'crash' I indicated). This IS getting ridiculous. Something needs to be done. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling
While driving check engine light flashed followed by non acceleration, then stalling. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, who kept it for six weeks. several engine components were replaced. The failure recurred two weeks later. The cause of the failure had not been determined.*ak
- Parking brake · Power train › Manual transmission
My daughters 2000 volkswagen GTI was parked at 11:00p.m. Four hours later ( 3:00 a.m ), the car jumped out of gear and rolled 30 - 40 feet and crashed into a parked car. She had left the car in gear with the brake on. This IS the second time this type incident has occurred with this vehicle. We…
My daughters 2000 volkswagen GTI was parked at 11:00p.m. Four hours later ( 3:00 a.m ), the car jumped out of gear and rolled 30 - 40 feet and crashed into a parked car. She had left the car in gear with the brake on. This IS the second time this type incident has occurred with this vehicle. We reported it to VW customer care and they said they do not have an active campaign on involving this type of problem. They said I could take it to a VW dealer at my expense to diagnose if there was a problem. This IS a ridiculous solution. *Jb
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Yesterday, when I went to raise the (electric) window on the driver's side of my 2000 volkswagen GTI, the window fell down inside the door! Fortunately, I was in a parking lot and the car wasn't moving. I hate to think what would have happened if I had been on the expressway. After doing some…
Yesterday, when I went to raise the (electric) window on the driver's side of my 2000 volkswagen GTI, the window fell down inside the door! Fortunately, I was in a parking lot and the car wasn't moving. I hate to think what would have happened if I had been on the expressway. After doing some research on the internet, I discovered that I am not the only VW owner who has experienced this problem, and I understand that volkswagen has redesigned the window mechanism on subsequent models. (My passenger-side window has been stuck closed for several months.)last year, volkswagen offered a seven-year-from-purchase extended warranty for problems with the windows on my car. they did not specify what the problems were. I think they should have issued a recall. This IS a safety issue! Please investivate.*ak
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
The window regulator has failed twice on each the driver and passenger side window. the window regulators have been replaced, but the problem persists. I am aware that other post 99.5 vw's suffer from the problem yet no recall has been done by volkswagen. *Ts ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis****760763
- Unknown or other
Pop-out cup holder broke twice. replaced once, I havn't bothered to replace it a second time. the spring pops out of the arm that holds the cup in place. I use the cup holder every day, as most commuters do.
- Unknown or other
Glove box door hinge broke. replaced twice. I replaced the door myself the second time and found that lubricating the hydralic mechanism reduced the stress on the hinge.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
Mass airflow sensor failed and was replaced.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
Mass air flow sensor failed prematurely. Dealer refuses to cover part under emissions warranty. When maf sensor fails, damage IS caused to catalytic converter causing premature failure of the converter, decrease in fuel economy and decreased engine performance. Ts
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel pump leaks
This investigation was opened on november 29, 2004, based on five consumer reports alleging fuel leaking from the fuel pump.by letter of april 14, 2004, volkswagen of america (volkswagen) notified the agency that it will conduct a safety recall of 35,000 golf and GTI vehicles manufactured in wolfsburg germany for the…
This investigation was opened on november 29, 2004, based on five consumer reports alleging fuel leaking from the fuel pump.by letter of april 14, 2004, volkswagen of america (volkswagen) notified the agency that it will conduct a safety recall of 35,000 golf and GTI vehicles manufactured in wolfsburg germany for the north american market.the recalled vehicles are in model years 1999 and 2000 and are equipped with gasoline engines.volkswagen has identified a condition in which the fuel supply line from the fuel delivery module (pump) to the fuel filter may come under tension. In this condition the fuel pump supply nipple can crack, resulting in a gasoline leak.volkswagen dealers will inspect for tension on the fuel line and cracks in the fuel pump supply nipple.if tension IS found in the line, it will be replaced with a revised line.if the fuel pump supply nipple IS cracked, the line and the pump will be replaced.please see safety recall 05v154 for details.
- Turn signal/hazard flasher failure
This investigation was opened on october 19, 2004, based on nine reports on 2000 through 2001 jetta and GTI vehicles alleging that the turn signals and or hazard flashers fail to blink, or flash.some of the complainants reported that the lights would blink only a few times and then stop.several of the complainants…
This investigation was opened on october 19, 2004, based on nine reports on 2000 through 2001 jetta and GTI vehicles alleging that the turn signals and or hazard flashers fail to blink, or flash.some of the complainants reported that the lights would blink only a few times and then stop.several of the complainants reported that having the hazard flasher switch replaced repaired their vehicles.by letter of december 13, 2004, volkswagen notified the agency that it will conduct a safety recall of 350,000 model year 2000 through 2002 jetta, golf and GTI vehicles to repair the turn signal and hazard flasher system.vw reports 216 owner reports, 4 field reports and 4960 warranty claims on this population of vehicles. Volkswagen dealers will install a new hazard flasher switch/relay kit to remedy the defective vehicles.please see safety recall 04v584 for details.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10253215Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10253214Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10253213Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10252204Air Conditioning Does not Operate
- 10243048VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10243034VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10243011VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242996VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242399VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242386VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242375VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242372VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242349VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10241340Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
- 10241339Oil Consumption Measurement
- 10241335Oil Consumption Measurement
- 10241333Oil Consumption Measurement
- 10241311Gasoline Quality
- 10241266Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
- 10241265Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- 10241177Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- 102405971999-2002 Jetta, Golf and GTI with VR6 Engine Update ECM Software for Catalytic Converter Monitoring System.
- 10239831Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
- 10239789To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex ITEM 09117.
- 10239592Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10239591Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10239590Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- 10239541Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
- 10239534HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- 10239533HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- 10239532HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- 10239403If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures key blade to mechanism. If roll pin is sticking out on either side (as shown below), do not replace key. Instead, use appropriate sized punch and hammer to drive in the roll pin so that it is flush with edge of mechanism.
- 10239270Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
- 10239262In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th.
- 10238972The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. There are many different tire dressing products available. When choosing a product please pay close attention to its contents. Always use a water based product.
- 10238960To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
- 10238959To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
- 10238935When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
- 10238932If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
- 10238931If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
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