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2018 Volkswagen Gti

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

5 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024095 · manufacturer campaign 20UF / 20YF

14 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2015–2020 · Golf 2015–2019 · Gti 2015–2020 · Jetta 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a seal for the suction jet pump inside the fuel tank could fail. As a result, fuel may flow directly into the evaporative emission control system (EVAP). If this happens, fuel could leak from the charcoal canister. Note: This problem could cause a fuel odor, the fuel nozzle to stop early and/or fuel to spill when refueling.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the suction jet pump.

86,308 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Fabrics

Transport Canada recall 2021326 · manufacturer campaign 34K4/34L8

26 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: E Golf 2017–2020 · Golf 2015–2019 · Golf R 2016–2019 · Gti 2015–2021

What is wrong

On certain models, the chrome layer could peel off of the trim located around the gear shift cover. If this happens, sharp edges can be created.

Why it matters

Exposed sharp edges can create the risk of a cut.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will contact owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the gear shift cover trim frame.

96,497 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Label

Transport Canada recall 2020286 · manufacturer campaign 01E7

25 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: Gti 2018

What is wrong

One vehicle was produced with a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the compliance label that does not match the VIN on the vehicle.

Why it matters

Canadian regulations require each vehicle to have a unique VIN that may be found in multiple places on the vehicle.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify the owner by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to install a new compliance label.

1 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2019423 · manufacturer campaign 37M2

22 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Beetle 2012–2018 · Golf 2015–2019 · Gti 2015–2019 · Jetta 2011–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a build-up of silicate on the shift lever switch could cause the transmission to detect that it is in the Park position when it isn't. This could allow the ignition key to be removed when the transmission is not in the Park position. If the parking brake is not applied, this could allow the car to roll away.

Why it matters

If the transmission position is not displayed correctly, a user may not know that the vehicle is not in the PARK position. If the parking brake is not applied, this could create a risk of a vehicle roll-away and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have a new shift lever micro switch and control unit installed.

117,306 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2018292 · manufacturer campaign 47N8 / 47N9 / 47N6

1 June 2018

Transport Canada lists: Q 5 2018 · SQ 5 2018 · Atlas 2018 · Beetle 2018 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a problem with the brake system may cause gas bubbles to form in the brake fluid. This could cause a soft brake pedal feel and a reduction in brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will bleed the front or rear brakes as necessary. Note: In the interim, owners are advised to stop driving their vehicle until the defect has been repaired. Affected owners should call Volkswagen's Roadside Assistance number at 1-800-411-6688.

5,120 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Volkswagen Gti have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2018 Volkswagen Gti. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.