The 2019 Volkswagen GTI's moderate safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 178 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

178

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V6150002019-22-08

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2019 Volkswagen GTI has accumulated 178 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine66

02Power Train,engine21

03Power Train17

04Unknown Or Other13

05Power Train,engine,fuel/propulsion System10

178 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen GTI Fuel Economy

27mpg combined

24-25city

31-32hwy

$2,500/yr

At 27 MPG combined, the 2019 Volkswagen GTI delivers consistent fuel economy whether you pick from 2 different setups. Budget accordingly.

By Trim

GTI - Automatic (AM-S7)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city31 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average

GTI - Manual 6-spd

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Volkswagen GTI

32States

25%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 32 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

1679%

FLFlorida

1508%

DCWashington DC

1337%

MDMaryland

1046%

WAWashington

905%

TXTexas

885%

ILIllinois

865%

DEDelaware

764%

GAGeorgia

694%

PAPennsylvania

694%

AZArizona

613%

NCNorth Carolina

543%

COColorado

503%

NYNew York

483%

MIMichigan

442%

MNMinnesota

422%

OROregon

392%

MOMissouri

382%

NJNew Jersey

372%

INIndiana

312%

OH30

VA27

NVNevada

261%

WI23

UT21

NH21

KY21

MA20

RI19

CT19

TN17

OK14

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Volkswagen GTI?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Volkswagen GTI a good car to buy?

The 2019 Volkswagen GTI has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Volkswagen GTI?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2019 Volkswagen GTI. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Volkswagen GTI?

The 2019 Volkswagen GTI is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2019 Volkswagen GTI?

Out of 178 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.