One problem related to ignition coils failure has been reported for the 2006 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Car information: 2006 Volkswagen Gti 2. 0t, 59,279 miles. Incident: went to start car after eating in a restaurant, ignition coil exploded. Melted the wiring harness, valve cover and damaged other electrical components. This could have resulted in a serious car fire and endangered people's lives. There is currently a recall on these ignition coils for emissions problems, but I think there needs to be more investigating done. Volkswagen is covering parts and labor to fix issues resulting from explosion, but will not provide rental car or other transportation while car is being worked on. I am worried about future electrical issues as a result from this.
| Electrical System problems | |
| Ignition Coils Failure problems | |
| Trunk Wiring problems |