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1999 Volkswagen GTI recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1999 Volkswagen GTI. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1999 Volkswagen GTI recalls, newest first

February 20, 2007NHTSA 07V0630001,002,000 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Consequence
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through September 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06V-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 19, 2005NHTSA 05V15400030,708 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.
Consequence
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. If necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2005. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1999 Volkswagen GTI with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Visibility › Power window devices and controls2
  2. Air bags › Side/window1
  3. Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel1
  4. Electrical system › Ignition1
  5. Electrical system › Wiring1

Other Volkswagen GTI years

Other 1999 Volkswagen models

Most recalled 1999 vehicles

  1. 1999 Ford F-250 (19 recalls)
  2. 1999 Ford F-150 (18 recalls)
  3. 1999 Honda Accord (17 recalls)
  4. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (16 recalls)
  5. 1999 Blue Bird All American (16 recalls)
All of 1999’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1999 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1999 Volkswagen GTI recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volkswagen dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1999 Volkswagen GTI?
8 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.