Table 1 shows two common forward collision avoidance related problems of the 2024 Volkswagen GTI. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic emergency braking (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the adaptive cruise control (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking problems | |
| Adaptive Cruise Control problems |
While driving a 2024 Volkswagen golf Gti at approximately 75mph on a busy highway under clear/sunny conditions, the emergency assist braking system suddenly malfunctioned. The vehicle abruptly initiated severe emergency braking all by itself without any forward obstacles, vehicles, or pedestrians Read details...
Travel assist is disabled which includes adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced it 0-70 mph. Read details...