Recalls
5campaigns
3 rear camera · 1 suspension · 1 engine
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
6filed
Owner reports, 2015–2024 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
28mpg combined
$2,333/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2 L 4-cyl· Automatic
2 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2023 Volkswagen GTI. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
77.7% repairedof 8,237 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.
98.2% repairedof 84,432 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V480000
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Deformation of the Strut Mount
Suspension · front · macpherson strut
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.
- Consequence
- Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.
96.6% repairedof 59 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 23V437000
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Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · display function
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK and (Audi) 91EL.
91.9% repairedof 2,607 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Radiator Incorrectly Attached to Intercooler
Engine and engine cooling · cooling system · radiator assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.
- Consequence
- A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat, and increasing the risk of fire. In addition, large amounts of coolant spilling onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash to other vehicles.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q8.
96.6% repairedof 8,038 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (6)
6 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The forward collision avoidance is mentioned most often.
0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 33.3% |
| Power train | 2 | 33.3% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 33.3% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 16.7% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 16.7% |
| Engine | 1 | 16.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 16.7% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 16.7% |
How 2023 compares with other GTI years
Best and worst GTI years →201597
201666
201752
201817
2019179
20208
20214
202228
20236
202429
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 97 | 6 |
| 2016 | 66 | 4 |
| 2017 | 52 | 2 |
| 2018 | 17 | 3 |
| 2019 | 179 | 4 |
| 2020 | 8 | 3 |
| 2021 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 | 28 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 | 5 |
| 2024 | 29 | 2 |
This year (2023)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
28
mpg combined
24
city
34
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 319 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,333per year
$194per month
536gallons a year
Miles ÷ 28 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 34 / 28 | $2,400 | 319 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 27 | $2,500 | 330 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2023 GTI for sale?
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Where to next
2023 Volkswagen GTI FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen GTI have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 25V103000 (rear camera), 24V480000 (rear camera), 23V437000 (suspension), 22V823000 (rear camera), 22V707000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Volkswagen GTI problems?
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. Forward collision avoidance (2), Power train (2), Unknown or other (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Volkswagen GTI get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 24 city, 34 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2023 GTI compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Volkswagen GTI model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (4) and the 2019 the most (179). The 2023 drew 6. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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