P2015 on VOLKSWAGEN GTI — Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1

Q: "What does P2015 mean on a VOLKSWAGEN GTI?"

"P2015 indicates: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1. This is a powertrain code. 5 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P2015 on VOLKSWAGEN GTI?"

"Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P2015 serious on my VOLKSWAGEN GTI?"

"Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on VOLKSWAGEN GTI, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my VOLKSWAGEN GTI shows P2015?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P2015 Means on Your VOLKSWAGEN GTI

P2015 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

5 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2009-2014. Most reports come from the 2013, 2009 model years.

Real VOLKSWAGEN GTI Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I purchased my 2009 vw gti on 5/6/09 with 217 miles on it. these are the instances that have occurred so far: 1)on 5/11/2009 at 610 miles the check engine light came after revving on its own. it returned a code p0171 'system too lean' which once again points to the intake."

— 2009 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owner · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · Filed 03/26/2011

"P2015 intake manifold runner position sensor/switch circuit range/ performance bank 1."

— 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owner · ENGINE · Filed 05/23/2017

"Vehicle has 48k miles. check engine light came on and it was diagnosed as a p2015 error. recommended replacement of intake manifold. found information that vw extended warranty of the intake manifold to 10 years/100k miles in many vehicles, but my vin was not included in that warranty extension."

— 2013 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/02/2017

"Vehicle has just under 60,000 miles. a check engine light came on. it was p2015, which was associated with the intake runner position. vw dealership says the flap inside the intake manifold has disintegrated. vw had extended the warranty on 2.0t engines from model year 2008 to 2011."

— 2013 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 06/08/2017

"2014 volkswagon gti, engine light came on 57,000 to 62,494."

— 2014 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE · Filed 08/05/2019

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'09

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'12

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'13

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'14

Common Causes on VOLKSWAGEN GTI

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 40%

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 20%

ENGINE 20%

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 20%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P2015 mean on a VOLKSWAGEN GTI? ▾

P2015 indicates: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1. This is a powertrain code. 5 VOLKSWAGEN GTI owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P2015 on VOLKSWAGEN GTI? ▾

Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P2015 serious on my VOLKSWAGEN GTI? ▾

Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on VOLKSWAGEN GTI, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my VOLKSWAGEN GTI shows P2015? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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