One problem related to engine exhaust system has been reported for the 2003 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My clutch failed at 14,000 miles. My ignition fails regularily, the ignition coil has been recalled and now I am having problems with my catalytic converter. I have owned vw's all of my life and traded in my last vw that had 170k on an original clutch.