How many electrical complaints does the 2019 Volkswagen GTI have?

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 GTI, which is 9% of the 179 total complaints filed for that model year.

What is the most common electrical problem on the 2019 GTI?

Owners most often report the engine stalling unexpectedly while coming to a stop, particularly with the clutch depressed, at a median mileage of 600 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2019 GTI's electrical system?

Yes. Recall 23V604000 covers a conventional ignition switch issue, and recall 19V615000 addresses an additional switch and circuit board installation, both affecting the 2019 GTI's electrical system.

Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported Electrical System complaints for the 2019 GTI.

How does the 2019 GTI compare to other years for electrical complaints?

The 2019 GTI's 16 complaints and 9% share are higher than most recent years like 2018 (2 complaints, 12%) and 2020 (0 complaints), though earlier years like 2010 had a higher 17% share on fewer total complaints.

2019 Volkswagen GTI Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 Volkswagen GTI, 9% of its 179 total complaints that year. The dominant pattern is unexpected engine stalling near a stop, at a median failure mileage of 600. Two related recalls (23V604000 and 19V615000) cover electrical components on this model year.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 9% of 179
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 600 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Engine stalls unexpectedly while coasting or coming to a stop with the clutch fully depressed, even though drivers report no error on their part.
After stalling, the engine sometimes fails to restart on the first try, requiring several push-button restart attempts.
Some owners noticed the stalling happened more often when the engine was already warmed up.
The instrument panel occasionally displayed the wrong gear indicator during or after a stalling event.
In some cases the center console showed a start/stop message such as 'manual restart required' after coming to a stop, and the engine would not restart until the brake was released and reapplied.
Dealers were often unable to duplicate or diagnose the stalling issue during inspection.

When 2019 Volkswagen GTI electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 12, 2019, latest Jan 6, 2020.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2019 to Jan 2020; peak Jun 2019 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen GTI

NHTSA 23V604000Aug 30, 2023Electrical System62,538 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch. The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
Risk: Ignition switch failure can cause the electrical system to shut down and the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H7.
NHTSA 19V615000Aug 22, 2019Electrical System679,027 vehicles
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."
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Electrical System complaints by GTI model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20053 (38%)
20067 (16%)
200719 (25%)
20088 (12%)
200932 (19%)
20109 (17%)
20119 (16%)
20125 (13%)
20133 (9%)
20142 (20%)
20154 (4%)
20163 (5%)
20173 (6%)
20182 (12%)
201916 (9%)
20200 (0%)
20213 (75%)
20226 (21%)
20231 (17%)
20243 (11%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2019 Volkswagen GTI have?: NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 GTI, which is 9% of the 179 total complaints filed for that model year.
What is the most common electrical problem on the 2019 GTI?: Owners most often report the engine stalling unexpectedly while coming to a stop, particularly with the clutch depressed, at a median mileage of 600 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2019 GTI's electrical system?: Yes. Recall 23V604000 covers a conventional ignition switch issue, and recall 19V615000 addresses an additional switch and circuit board installation, both affecting the 2019 GTI's electrical system.
Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported Electrical System complaints for the 2019 GTI.
How does the 2019 GTI compare to other years for electrical complaints?: The 2019 GTI's 16 complaints and 9% share are higher than most recent years like 2018 (2 complaints, 12%) and 2020 (0 complaints), though earlier years like 2010 had a higher 17% share on fewer total complaints.