With 2 recalls and 0 complaints, the 2024 Volkswagen GTI rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V4800002024-27-06

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

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25V1030002025-19-02

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles. A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Volkswagen GTI Fuel Economy

27mpg combined

23-24city

33-34hwy

$2,500/yr

The 2024 Volkswagen GTI delivers 27 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

By Trim

GTI - Automatic (AM-S7)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city33 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

GTI - Manual 6-spd

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city34 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2024 Volkswagen GTI

32States

25%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 31 other states nationwide.

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 2024.

2024 Volkswagen GTI Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2024 Volkswagen GTI a good car to buy?

The 2024 Volkswagen GTI has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2024 Volkswagen GTI?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2024 Volkswagen GTI. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.