Two problems related to other fuel system fuel injection system have been reported for the 2001 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The engine will buck or stall and then completely shut down. This happened at all speeds and even at an idle. Has been to the dealer 4 times. The dealer cannot find the cause of the problem. Vehicle has been diagnostically tested. Also, fuel injection wa scleaned. At another trip to the dealer, and they replaced the fuel pump and filter, and did another diagnostic test. Currently, the vehicle is in the dealership for the same reason awaiting repairs. Contacted the manufacturer, an area representative came to inspect the vehicle, no information on his findings.
Certified pre owned vw golf glx vr6 2001, bought sept 2002 with 12k miles. Been in service at least 12 times for stalling, relay, clicking in dashboard, check engine light. 3 years still not fixed, and vw not able to find the problem. Car is not safe to drive as it tends to stall (not to a complete stop) but engine hesitates while driving.