Seven problems related to power train have been reported for the 2016 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Failure of thermostat housing causing coolant leak and water pump failure.
Engine thermostat and pump failure with gradual coolant leak. Coolant required refilling multiple times within 45,000 miles, sometimes coolant getting dangerously low without warning until car is on interstate. Thermostat/pump has also begun overcooling engine, not allowing it to get up to operating temp when on interstate and shutting out usage of cruise control. This is a well known and documented issue with mk7 Gti.
My thermostat had a coolant leak at 37k, and this was diagnosed at the vw dealership in 12/20. My vehicle has never been in an accident, and has been meticulously maintained at the vw dealership. . Read more...
Water pump needed to be replaced after unknown cause.
Waterpump had to be replaced at 49,000 miles was leaking coolant. This is a widespread issue with the ea888 engine and needs either a recall or warranties extended.
Sometimes while driving, at any speed, a warning is displayed on the dashboard to put the vehicle in park. Vw has identified the problem and replaced my shifter assembly but the issue persists.
In very hot weather (over 110° f) the transmission does not shift properly. It stays in low gears and rev's the engine far too much. At cooler temps it drives fine. Took it into the dealer in July 2016 and was told it was fine.
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