Table 1 shows one common wheel related problems of the 2015 Volkswagen GTI.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems |
The tpms system failed to warn of low pressures, including flat tires and driving on a spare. Tpms failures should "failsafe" and not fail silently.
The dealership left the shipping blocks/pucks/discs on the struts. This is a common problem as evidenced through many online forums. The dealership and many others claim that this does not cause a problem; however, the blocks prevent the suspension from doing its job, which is absorbing impact, improving braking, and helping the wheels maintain contact with the ground. I drove over 18000 miles not realizing that they were on (I just thought I have a tight suspension). I have now lost 4 tires (premature wear and bubbles/punctures) and have damage to the strut and steering knuckle. This is a potentially dangerous mistake.