Volkswagen Gti 1999
Model Gti made in 1999 by Volkswagen got 11 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 17 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, digital instrument panel and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.0, 2.8.
Model 1999
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 22/28/24 | 23.9411/36.1524/28.2324 | Regular | 719 | COMPACT CARS | |
| 2.0 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 24/32/27 | 27.215/40.4108/31.9029 | Regular | 638 | COMPACT CARS | |
| 2.8 | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 19/26/22 | 21.1456/33.0956/25.248 | Regular | 785 | COMPACT CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V063000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 02/01/2000 to 07/31/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 1002000 | 04/27/2007 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 02/20/2007 | 02/21/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen recall no. n4.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V154000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 12/01/1998 to 05/31/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 30708 | 07/25/2005 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/19/2005 | 04/19/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen recall no. uu.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f | 03/16/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||||
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f | 03/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||||
| 010702 | 01/11/2007 | 10021315 | Dtc's p1297 (17705) or p1557 (17965) stored in dtc memory. this may be caused by intake hoses leaking (during boost conditions) due to incorrect torque on clamps or improper placement, worn or torn intake hoses. *kb | 04/03/2007 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 2010464 | 05/14/2007 | 10021962 | Mil is on and/or catalytic converter is rattling. *kb | 06/27/2007 | |
| 0501 | 09/09/2005 | 10016900 | Mil is on and or catalytic converter is rattling. *sc | 10/14/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f | 03/16/2011 | |
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 0101 | 06/12/2001 | 621613 | Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt | 09/27/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| 0402 | 05/10/2004 | 10007885 | Driver and passenger door window regulator repairing. *mj additional information regarding door window, separates from window regulator clamps. *tt | 07/14/2004 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| 0603 | 04/26/2006 | 10020720 | Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps. *kb | 01/03/2007 | |
| 0307 | 04/04/2003 | 10001570 | Driver and passenger door window regulator repairs. *tt | 06/06/2003 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||||
| 2002419 | 05/24/2007 | 10021958 | Intermittent windshield wiper, wipes across windshield once then stops. *kb | 06/27/2007 | |
| 9903 | 06/17/1999 | 9902 | 605990 | Concerns with intermittent windshield wiper, wipes across windshield once then stops. *tt | 08/04/1999 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||
| PE04079 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 11/29/2004 | 04/19/2005 | FUEL PUMP LEAKS | 05V154000 | |
| 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. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| PE04079 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 11/29/2004 | 04/19/2005 | FUEL PUMP LEAKS | 05V154000 | |
| 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. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW | |||
| 10/01/2007 | 5 | ||
| Airbag malfunction. this is the 5th time the passenger side, side-air-bag attenuator on my 1999 vw gti (new gti) has needed service. first time was just after car went off warranty. vw regional agreed to pay. about 18 months later, same problem -- had to call vw regional to mount the case for them to pay, and they did. 11 months later, same problem. dealership paid for repair saying it was covered by their 12mo/12k mile service warranty. 11 months later -- same problem, dealer paid. now, 5 months later, airbag light on again. same problem. *tr | |||
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 05/21/2007 | 67380 | 1 | 07/01/1998 |
| I noticed that my speedometer was not properly functioning so i went to the vw dealership and they told me that i had a coolant leak and coolant migration. the coolant apparently migrated through the wiring harness to short my instrument cluster. the entire wire harness and part of my instrument cluster is now inoperable due to the migration. i was quoted a $3,800 estimate and my car only has 68,000 miles. i performed online research and several 1999 vw's had the same problem due to a design defect that dripped coolant over the wire harness. there is even a technical service bulletin filed with the nhtsa that instructs vw how to replace to massive problem. i contacted vw and they will not help even thought this is a widely reported problem with 1999-2001 vws and a design defect. now i need to replace the wire harness, which apparently runs through most of the engine and car components and my instrument cluster- a $3,800 repair. rather than correct their design defect, vw offered me $1,00 offer a new vw, which is totally unacceptable. *tr updated 12/12/07 *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 12/19/2000 | 0 | ||
| While driving about any mph rpm will go over 1500 and engine will die without a prior warning. had taken vehicle to shop, and they said it was coil pack that was malfunctioning. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 05/21/2007 | 67380 | 1 | 07/01/1998 |
| I noticed that my speedometer was not properly functioning so i went to the vw dealership and they told me that i had a coolant leak and coolant migration. the coolant apparently migrated through the wiring harness to short my instrument cluster. the entire wire harness and part of my instrument cluster is now inoperable due to the migration. i was quoted a $3,800 estimate and my car only has 68,000 miles. i performed online research and several 1999 vw's had the same problem due to a design defect that dripped coolant over the wire harness. there is even a technical service bulletin filed with the nhtsa that instructs vw how to replace to massive problem. i contacted vw and they will not help even thought this is a widely reported problem with 1999-2001 vws and a design defect. now i need to replace the wire harness, which apparently runs through most of the engine and car components and my instrument cluster- a $3,800 repair. rather than correct their design defect, vw offered me $1,00 offer a new vw, which is totally unacceptable. *tr updated 12/12/07 *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 05/21/2007 | 67380 | 1 | 07/01/1998 |
| I noticed that my speedometer was not properly functioning so i went to the vw dealership and they told me that i had a coolant leak and coolant migration. the coolant apparently migrated through the wiring harness to short my instrument cluster. the entire wire harness and part of my instrument cluster is now inoperable due to the migration. i was quoted a $3,800 estimate and my car only has 68,000 miles. i performed online research and several 1999 vw's had the same problem due to a design defect that dripped coolant over the wire harness. there is even a technical service bulletin filed with the nhtsa that instructs vw how to replace to massive problem. i contacted vw and they will not help even thought this is a widely reported problem with 1999-2001 vws and a design defect. now i need to replace the wire harness, which apparently runs through most of the engine and car components and my instrument cluster- a $3,800 repair. rather than correct their design defect, vw offered me $1,00 offer a new vw, which is totally unacceptable. *tr updated 12/12/07 *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 10/01/2001 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| This is a know part failure for all 1999.5-2001 volkswagens. no safety defect listed. *ak | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 08/01/2005 | 1 | ||
| Safety recall uu 1999-2000 model volkswagen golf and gti vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine inspect fuel supply module for leaks and install connector on fuel line; replace fuel supple module if necessary. *mr while driving home the consumer felt a bump and heard a cracking sound. the consumer then smelled gas. the electric fuel pump, line and fitting on the fuel pump cracked. recall campaign #05v154000. *sc | |||
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | |||
| 07/06/2006 | 118861 | 1 | 06/20/2006 |
| The rear center seat belt of my 1999.5 volkswagen gti trapped a passenger in my car. upon exiting the vehicle, the rear center seat belt locked up and would no longer retract or extend, which left a passenger stuck in my car recently (it was necessary to unbolt the seat belt to free the passenger). the unit is no longer functioning. based on the information gathered from other volkswagen golf/gti owners in the 1999-2005 year range, this is a common occurrence and has occurred specifically. i believe this clearly shows product defect and it is a safety concern. i can obtain and submit proof that this has happened in several other golf/gti model vehicles if necessary, there is a very large vw forum online which has several instances of this complaint stretching back several years. *nm | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 12/19/2000 | 0 | ||
| While driving about any mph rpm will go over 1500 and engine will die without a prior warning. had taken vehicle to shop, and they said it was coil pack that was malfunctioning. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 08/01/2001 | 2 | 05/01/1999 | |
| The window regulators are a known problem and volkswagen of america will not issue a recall.i've had 2 fail on me with in a years time. i now fear the window will not roll back up whenever i roll my windows down.*ak | |||
| 11/01/2000 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| This is an on going problem with the new golf's and jetta's that needs to be addressed by vwoa. no safety defect. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | PASADENA | 91107 | VOLKSWAGEN PASADENA | 6265770300 |
| HI | HONOLULU | 96826 | MCCULLY UNION SERVICE INC. | 808 951 4753 |
| NJ | PARAMUS | 07652 | JACK DANIELS MOTORS | 201 368-7300 |