One problem related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe has been reported for the 2010 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Gti. The contact stated that the check engine warning lamp illuminated and the engine started to shudder and misfired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced and all of the valves needed to be clean. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 63,000. The current mileage was 64,000.