Table 1 shows nine common electrical system related problems of the 2002 Volkswagen GTI. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition coils failure (15 problems).
Engine running rough, possible coil pack in ignition failure. Read details...
Check engine light came on, car lost power. I figured it was an engine coil, because this has happened to me before, last time it was covered under warranty, #6 coil. Since I was 30 miles away from dealer, I took my 2002 Gti to a local mechanic, who diagnosed the problem as the # 5 ignition coil. Read details...
Just had 20k mile service completed along with warranty replacement of broken window regulators. I've had the car back from service a week. Now, the cell light is on yet again, and acting like a coil pack failure which I had about 4 months ago. Ts Read details...