Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen gti. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power. After a couple of seconds, the vehicle would regain power. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and resume driving. A few days later, the contact noticed that when he pulled the fuel filter and inlet out, there were metallic particles in the fuel filter. The failure recurred numerous times. The contact called the schworer volkswagen dealer (located at 3301 schworer dr, lincoln, ne 68504) who stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,190.
The worst 2004 Volkswagen GTI problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags4
- Electrical2
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Locks1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags4
- Electrical2
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 07V063000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Volkswagen GTI 129
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
- Tool number added to table
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
2004 Volkswagen GTI fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-21 | 27-28 | 22-24 |
| 2.8L 6‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 |
What 2004 Volkswagen GTI owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Airbag light has come on, the dealer wants $105.00 to diagnose why.
The airbag light on my 2004 vw gti 1.8t has come on for absolutely no reason. I have had the car scanned with proper equipment, scanned the ecu, found no codes, cleared the codes and the light continues to reappear.
Clutch failed on car at only 33,000 miles. Not covered by warranty considered normal. Wear and tear. Clutch and flywheel replaced at dealership for $2300.
I drive a 2004 gti 1.8t and for the past two years it has been in the shop for the following: defective hood latch, defective radio, defective alarm, window recall, defective battery, and numerous defective head lights, tail lights and break lights. Each time, the problem is fixed, due to the warranty, then I am told that its just defective parts. Is the whole car defective???
Bumped a curb and side impact air bags deployed. No physical damage to vehicle other than scraped wheels and deployed air bags. Engine no longer starts on first key turn. Taken to insurer recommended shop to have airbags and all related components replaced. Engine still not starting on first key turn. *nm
Consumer bumped a curb causing minor wheel scraping and deployment of side impact airbags (drivers curtain and seat). Resulting repair total in excess of $4,000.
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Questions about the 2004 Volkswagen GTI
Is the 2004 Volkswagen GTI reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2004 Volkswagen GTI, fewer than a typical GTI model year.
What is the 2004 Volkswagen GTI year score?
The 2004 Volkswagen GTI scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volkswagen GTI: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Volkswagen GTI?
Airbags, with 4 complaints. Next is electrical (2).
How many recalls does the 2004 Volkswagen GTI have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
What year does the Volkswagen GTI have bad airbags?
The Volkswagen GTI model years with the most airbags complaints are 2002 (23 complaints), 2001 (19 complaints) and 2003 (18 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Volkswagen GTI get?
Official estimates for the 2004 Volkswagen GTI range from 22 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.8L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-21 city and 27-28 highway.
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