One problem related to water pump has been reported for the 2010 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Car overheated and broke down on route 95 in virginia due to a defective water pump. This is the third water pump in less than 3 years and 6332 miles that has gone bad in this vehicle. The currently has 28314 miles. The first water pump failed 11-20-15 with 21982 miles. The second pump failed 2-27-16 with 22767 miles. The third pump failed 3-27-18 with 28314 miles. There is no reason for water pump failures this frequently. All service was done at Volkswagen of fredericksburg 540-898-1600.